China eSIM plans
Instant deliveryYour eSIM for China is available from €3.99 and active straight away: in China it connects to the China Mobile, China Unicom / China Telecom, China Unicom, China Telecom networks (4G/LTE, 5G where available), coverage 95%. Install it by QR code before you leave — no roaming and no SIM swap.
- Instant email delivery
- 30-day returns
- Support in French
- Visa · Mastercard · Apple Pay · Google Pay · PayPal
eSIM for China — at a glance
- From
- €3.99
- Local networks
- China Mobile, China Unicom / China Telecom, China Unicom, China Telecom
- Technology
- 4G/LTE & 5G
- Network coverage
- 95%
- Activation
- QR code — install before you leave
- Recommended data
- 1–3 GB light use · 5 GB with social media · 10 GB+ streaming
All eSIM plans for China
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited | 1 day | €4.09 |
| Unlimited | 3 days | €9.99 |
| Unlimited | 5 days | €14.99 |
| Unlimited | 7 days | €20.99 |
| Unlimited | 10 days | €28.99 |
| Unlimited | 15 days | €40.99 |
| Unlimited | 30 days | €57.49 |
| 1 GB | 7 days | €3.99 |
| 2 GB | 15 days | €9.99 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | €9.99 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | €15.99 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | €28.99 |
| 20 GB | 30 days | €46.99 |
| 50 GB | 30 days | €59.99 |
China is the Middle Kingdom in all its immensity: the Great Wall winding out of sight, the hutong lanes of Beijing, the frenzy of Shanghai and the karst landscapes of Guilin. But travelling in China holds a big surprise for people from France used to their apps: the Great Firewall blocks Google, WhatsApp, Instagram and many other services. An eSIM designed for China lets you get around these restrictions and stay reachable by loved ones, share your photos and browse freely, without struggling to find a local SIM card in an airport where few staff speak French.
Flight time from Paris
About 10 to 12 hours (direct flight to Beijing or Shanghai)
Time difference
UTC+8: 7h ahead of France in winter, 6h in summer (French summer time)
Best season
Spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) for a mild, pleasant climate
Power socket type
Types A, C and I: adapter recommended for French type E sockets
Why an eSIM is essential in China
China is one of the few countries in the world where simply accessing Google Maps can become a headache. The Great Firewall (GFW) systematically blocks the most common Western services: search engines, social networks, messaging apps. An international eSIM dedicated to China, like those offered by Simpartout, routes through networks that legally bypass these restrictions, giving you smooth access to your usual services without a complicated VPN setup. In addition, the local operators China Mobile, China Unicom and China Telecom cover 95% of the territory on 4G/LTE and 5G, including remote rural areas of Yunnan or Tibet. Activating your eSIM before you even board in Paris spares you the queues at airport SIM counters, where the language barrier can complicate things. Practical, quick and no physical card to lose.
Network coverage in China
Operator
China Mobile
+ China Unicom / China Telecom
Technology
4G/LTE & 5G
Coverage
95%
How to install your China eSIM
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in China, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching China, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in China, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching China, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
Recommended for you
Short trip
For a trip of 3 to 7 days, go for an unlimited plan.
Business trip
Video calls and emails: choose a high-speed plan.
Long stay
For a month or more, our high-capacity plans offer the best value for money.
Families
Several devices to connect? Pick a plan that allows hotspot sharing and comes with plenty of data.
eSIM, local SIM or Wi-Fi hotspot: which suits China best?
| eSIM | Local SIM card | Wi-Fi hotspot | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activation | Instant (QR code) | Bought on arrival | Pick-up/delivery |
| Installation | 2 minutes | SIM swap | Extra device |
| Price | From €3.99 | €5–30 | €5–15/day |
| Network | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE |
| Devices | 1 smartphone | 1 smartphone | Up to 5 devices |
| Flexibility | Top up at any time | Fixed data | Daily rental |
| Recommendation | Ideal for travellers | For long stays | For groups/families |