Mainland China eSIM Data Plans
The hard part about data in mainland China is getting online and staying unrestricted. Our China line uses China Unicom's local network for the radio, while the exit IP sits offshore (Singapore). So it works out of the box with no extra setup, and common overseas apps (like ChatGPT) are reachable. Choose the China Mainland (SG IP) plan, the Mainland China–Hong Kong–Macau plan, the APAC plan, or the Global Transit plan. We publish the exit IP, carriers, and app availability on every plan page — what many eSIM providers won't tell you. Refundable before activation, per policy.
- China Unicom local signal + offshore exit — works on landing, no setup.
- Offshore exit IP — common overseas apps are reachable.
- Exit IP, carrier, and app availability all spelled out before you buy.
- Top up when data runs out — data and validity stack on, no reinstall or re-scan.
- Transparent exit IP
- Real carriers shown
- Refundable per policy
Plans for Mainland China
| Plan | Type | Data | Validity | Coverage | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China Mainland（SG IP） | Total · Daily | 3GB total | 30 days | 1 | $5 |
| Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau eSIM Plans | Total · Daily | 5GB total | 30 days | 3 | $10 |
| APAC 15 Regions | Total | 5GB total | 30 days | 15 | $10 |
| APAC 20 Regions | Total | 3GB total | 30 days | 20 | $19 |
| Global Transit Pass(120+ areas) | Total · Daily | 1GB total | 7 days | 118 | $8 |
What you actually get in Mainland China
Capabilities below come from the plans covering this destination (they can differ by plan — see each plan page for specifics).
- Exit IP
- SG / HK / UK/NO
- 5G
- Supported
- Hotspot
- Supported
- APN
- Auto
- App availability
- ChatGPTTikTokFull per-app ✓/✗ on each plan page
Mainland China Networks & Carriers
Service runs on the real local carriers below — something most providers never disclose.
| Carrier | Networks |
|---|---|
| China Unicom | 4G · 5G |
| China Mobile | 4G · 5G |
| China Telecom | 4G |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Used in mainland China, can I reach overseas apps (like ChatGPT)?
- The China line's exit IP is offshore (Singapore), so common overseas apps work with no extra setup. See the per-app list on the plan page for specifics.
- How is the China line billed — do I need local ID registration?
- It's billed by your chosen plan's data; the eSIM needs no local ID registration, and connects to China Unicom on arrival.
- Is the China line the same as a 'VPN app'?
- No. It's a regular eSIM whose exit IP is offshore, giving open access without you installing anything extra.
- Which carrier networks does the Mainland China eSIM use?
- It connects to local networks including China Unicom, China Mobile, China Telecom. See the network table above for the exact technologies — we publish this up front so you know before you buy.
- How do I install and activate the Mainland China eSIM?
- After purchase, scan the QR code or enter the activation code manually. Install before you travel while you still have a connection, then enable it on arrival.
- Can I top up the Mainland China eSIM when data runs out?
- Most plans support top-ups — recharge the eSIM you already have from My eSIM, and both data and validity stack on, with no reinstall or re-scan. Daily plans add more days. Availability is shown on each plan page.
- Can I get a refund if I don't activate it?
- Unactivated plans can be refunded per our refund policy (minus payment processing fees). See the refund policy page for the exact terms.