# China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM

> A 5 GB China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM costs £9.99 for 30 days across 3 countries with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.

Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau can make one trip, and this eSIM is built for all three. Cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou sit alongside Hong Kong Island and the Historic Centre of Macau, so one plan can cover the whole route.

- Shop: eSIMology (esimology.com), travel eSIM data plans
- Delivery: instant, by email and on the order page, with a QR code, a one-tap install link for iPhone (iOS 17.4+) and manual codes
- Checkout: guest checkout, Apple Pay, Google Pay and cards; prices in GBP, EUR or USD including any taxes
- Refunds: an eSIM never installed can be cancelled within 30 days for a full refund to the card
- Plans are data only (no phone number); most start when the eSIM first connects at the destination
- Coverage: 3 countries; speed up to 5G
- Unlimited and daily plans: full speed up to the daily allowance, then 512 Kbps after 500MB/day
- Internet traffic routes through: SG
- Install within 180 days of purchase
- URL: https://esimology.com/esim/china-hong-kong-and-macau

## Plans

### Data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 | yes |
| 3 GB | 15 days | £6.99 / €7.99 / $7.99 | £2.33 | yes |
| 3 GB | 30 days | £6.99 / €7.99 / $8.99 | £2.33 | yes |
| 5 GB | 30 days | £9.99 / €11.99 / $12.99 | £2.00 | yes |
| 10 GB | 30 days | £15.99 / €19.99 / $20.99 | £1.60 | yes |
| 20 GB | 30 days | £26.99 / €32.99 / $35.99 | £1.35 | yes |
| 50 GB | 30 days | £71.99 / €85.99 / $92.99 | £1.44 | yes |
| 50 GB | 180 days | £84.99 / €101.99 / $109.99 | £1.70 | yes |

### Daily data plans

| Data | Valid for | Price (GBP / EUR / USD) | Per GB | Top-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 MB a day | 1 day | £3.99 / €3.99 / $4.99 | – | no |
| 500 MB a day | 3 days | £5.99 / €6.99 / $7.99 | £4.09 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 5 days | £8.49 / €10.49 / $10.99 | £3.48 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 7 days | £8.49 / €10.49 / $10.99 | £2.48 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 10 days | £8.49 / €10.49 / $10.99 | £1.74 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 15 days | £11.99 / €13.99 / $15.49 | £1.64 | no |
| 500 MB a day | 30 days | £22.99 / €27.49 / $29.99 | £1.57 | no |
| 1 GB a day | 1 day | £4.99 / €4.99 / $5.99 | £4.99 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 3 days | £10.99 / €12.99 / $13.99 | £3.66 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 5 days | £13.99 / €16.49 / $17.99 | £2.80 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 7 days | £13.99 / €16.49 / $17.99 | £2.00 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 10 days | £13.99 / €16.49 / $17.99 | £1.40 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 15 days | £20.49 / €24.49 / $26.49 | £1.37 | yes |
| 1 GB a day | 30 days | £40.49 / €48.49 / $52.99 | £1.35 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 1 day | £5.99 / €6.99 / $6.99 | £3.00 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 3 days | £15.99 / €18.99 / $20.99 | £2.67 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 5 days | £21.49 / €25.49 / $27.99 | £2.15 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 7 days | £21.49 / €25.49 / $27.99 | £1.53 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 10 days | £21.49 / €25.49 / $27.99 | £1.07 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 15 days | £31.99 / €37.99 / $41.49 | £1.07 | yes |
| 2 GB a day | 30 days | £63.49 / €75.99 / $81.99 | £1.06 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 1 day | £7.99 / €9.99 / $10.99 | £2.66 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 3 days | £23.99 / €28.99 / $30.99 | £2.67 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 5 days | £32.49 / €38.49 / $41.99 | £2.17 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 7 days | £32.49 / €38.49 / $41.99 | £1.55 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 10 days | £32.49 / €38.49 / $41.99 | £1.08 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 15 days | £47.99 / €57.99 / $62.49 | £1.07 | yes |
| 3 GB a day | 30 days | £95.99 / €114.99 / $124.49 | £1.07 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 1 day | £10.99 / €12.99 / $13.99 | £2.20 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 3 days | £31.99 / €37.99 / $40.99 | £2.13 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 5 days | £42.49 / €50.99 / $55.49 | £1.70 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 7 days | £42.49 / €50.99 / $55.49 | £1.21 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 10 days | £42.49 / €50.99 / $55.49 | £0.85 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 15 days | £63.49 / €76.49 / $82.49 | £0.85 | yes |
| 5 GB a day | 30 days | £126.99 / €151.99 / $164.99 | £0.85 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 1 day | £20.99 / €24.99 / $26.99 | £2.10 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 3 days | £61.99 / €73.99 / $80.99 | £2.07 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 5 days | £83.99 / €100.99 / $109.49 | £1.68 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 7 days | £83.99 / €100.99 / $109.49 | £1.20 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 10 days | £83.99 / €100.99 / $109.49 | £0.84 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 15 days | £125.99 / €150.99 / $163.99 | £0.84 | yes |
| 10 GB a day | 30 days | £251.49 / €301.49 / $326.99 | £0.84 | yes |

## Networks

- China: China Telecom (5G), China Unicom (5G)
- Hong Kong: csl (5G), SmarTone (5G)
- Macau: CTM (5G)

## How do I choose a China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM plan?

Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau can all sit on one route, so pick your plan by how many days you'll travel and how much you'll use.

- **A long weekend across Hong Kong and Macau:** 3 days of standard use, so 3 GB for 15 days.
- **A week from Beijing or Shanghai into Hong Kong:** fly into Beijing Capital (PEK) or Shanghai Pudong (PVG), then on to Hong Kong International (HKG). For 7 days of standard use, pick 5 GB for 30 days. On the mainland, Google Maps is unreliable, so locals use Baidu Maps and Amap.
- **Two weeks of heavy use, Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) to Macau:** for 14 days of heavy use (streaming, hotspot), pick 50 GB for 30 days.
- **Only Macau?** A trip to Macau alone suits [its own eSIM](/esim/macau).

## Which countries and networks does the China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM cover?

Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau on one eSIM. That is three countries, and all three have 5G. Macau is run separately from the mainland, so Google services and WhatsApp work normally there.

Your eSIM joins these networks:

- **China:** China Telecom and China Unicom
- **Hong Kong:** csl and SmarTone
- **Macau:** CTM

Signal is strong across Hong Kong, including most tunnels and the MTR network. Your phone switches network by itself at each border. Your data reaches the internet through Singapore, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. You can read more about [how your IP address works abroad](/help/ip-address-another-country).

## Can one eSIM cover China, Hong Kong & Macau?

One eSIM covers China, Hong Kong and Macau, but the apps change at every border.

- **Install and roam:** Set up your eSIM at home, then keep data roaming on for the eSIM line at every border. [Turn on data roaming](/help/turn-on-data-roaming) shows you how.
- **Apps in China:** Use Baidu Maps or Amap (Gaode) for directions, as Google Maps is unreliable there. DiDi takes you around and WeChat keeps you in touch. Google services, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and X (Twitter) are blocked, so set up the apps you need before you arrive.
- **Apps in Hong Kong and Macau:** In Hong Kong, Uber and HKTaxi cover rides. Macau is run separately from mainland China, so Google services and WhatsApp work normally there, and WeChat is used too.
- **Your home number:** Keep your home number for calls and texts. Read the [WhatsApp guide](/help/keep-whatsapp-and-home-number) before you go, since WhatsApp is blocked in China.
- **Topping up:** Most plans can be topped up, so you can add data mid-trip if your route runs longer than planned.

## Questions

### How much is an eSIM for China, Hong Kong & Macau?

China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIMs start at £3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £9.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.

### Which countries does the China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM cover?

One eSIM works in all 3 countries: China, Hong Kong and Macau. The full list with the network in each country is on this page.

### When does my China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM start?

Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in China, Hong Kong & Macau, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.

### Can I top up my China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM?

Yes. Most China, Hong Kong & Macau plans can be topped up from your eSIM page in two taps, with no new QR code. The plan table on this page shows which ones.

### Does it come with a phone number?

Every eSIMology plan is data only. Keep your own SIM switched on for calls and texts, and use WhatsApp, FaceTime or any calling app over your eSIM's data.

### What if my plans change?

Cancel an eSIM you haven't installed within 30 days for a full refund to your card, in two taps from your eSIM page.

### Does the China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM work in Hong Kong too?

Yes, Hong Kong is one of the three places this eSIM covers, with China and Macau. The networks there include csl and SmarTone, and Hong Kong International (HKG) is the airport to look for.

### Is there 5G on the China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM?

Yes, all three places on this eSIM have 5G, provided your phone supports it. Our phones page shows which models those are, so you can check before you buy.

### Does WhatsApp work in China on this eSIM?

No, WhatsApp is blocked in China, so people there often use WeChat for messages. In Macau, WhatsApp works normally. Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and X (Twitter) are blocked too, so set up any apps you need before you arrive.

### Does Google Maps work in China on the China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM?

Google services are blocked in China, so Google Maps is unreliable there. Locals use Baidu Maps or Amap (Gaode) for walking, driving and transit, and DiDi for rides.

### Can I book an Uber in Hong Kong with this eSIM?

Yes, Uber and HKTaxi are both used in Hong Kong, and it is worth downloading them before you travel. That way your account is ready when you need a ride, whether you are in Kowloon or on Lantau Island.

### Does the eSIM work in Macau, and is it the same as in China?

Yes, Macau is included. It is run separately from mainland China, so Google services and WhatsApp work normally there. The network is CTM, and Macau's airport code is MFM.