Best for arrival day
Buy and install before flying so you are not searching for a SIM kiosk or public Wi-Fi after landing.
Visiting China? Our eSIMs route through Singapore, so all of your usual apps will continue to work!
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China travel eSIM guide
China eSIM for maps, messaging and app-heavy travel
China trips are data-heavy from the first airport transfer. Choose a prepaid China eSIM before you fly so maps, hotel details, translation tools, booking apps and messaging are ready when you land.
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Install on Wi-Fi before departure, then switch mobile data to the travel line after arrival.
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Size your data around multi-city travel, translation, bookings, hotspot and work apps.
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Read the China routing and app-access notes before relying on maps, messaging and payments on the ground.
Current BambooSIM plan proof
Starting price
$4.35
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Plan options
25 plans
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Validity
Up to 30 days
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Data and coverage
(Up to 15GB)
China Unicom
Before choosing a China eSIM
Best for app-heavy trips
Add extra data for translation, train routes, hotel changes, QR bookings, ride-hailing and hotspot use.
Best for app access questions
Check routing and FAQ notes before travel so you know how your usual apps should behave.
What you should know about eSIMs
China eSIM FAQs
The best China eSIM is one that is simple to install before departure and sized to your trip length and usage. BambooSIM's China eSIM is designed for travelers who want data ready for airport arrival, hotel check-in, maps, translation tools, and day-to-day travel connectivity.
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