CHINA, HONG KONG AND TAIWAN TRAVEL • DATA ROAMING
China, Hong Kong and Taiwan eSIM vs Your Home Carrier’s International Roaming
Planning Shanghai, Hong Kong or Taipei? Compare an ETravelSim eSIM with what your own carrier charges for roaming. Prices below are the live ETravelSim plan prices in US dollars.
| Critère | Roaming de votre opérateur | ETravelSim eSIM |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Set by your carrier, by country and by pack. Check the current price before you travel | China from $4.50; Hong Kong from $4.50; Taiwan from $4.50; China + Hong Kong + Macau from $10.99 |
| China plans (live) | Depends on the pack you pick | 1 GB / 30 days $4.50 · 5 GB $6.99 · 10 GB $11.50 · 20 GB $22.99 · 50 GB $39.99 · Unlimited 7 / 10 / 15 / 30 days $14.99 / $21.99 / $28.99 / $59.00 |
| Hong Kong plans (live) | Depends on the pack you pick | 1 GB / 30 days $4.50 · 5 GB $6.99 · 20 GB $22.99 · Unlimited 1 / 3 / 7 / 10 / 15 / 30 days $4.99 / $9.99 / $14.99 / $21.99 / $28.99 / $59.00 |
| Taiwan plans (live) | Depends on the pack you pick | 1 GB / 30 days $4.50 · 5 GB $7.99 · 10 GB $13.99 · 25 GB $24.99 · 50 GB $44.99 · Unlimited 5 / 7 / 15 / 30 days $16.00 / $19.00 / $39.00 / $59.00 |
| Extra charges | Possible if you go past the pack, depending on your carrier’s terms | None: fixed prepaid data only |
| Network | Your carrier’s roaming partner | China Mobile (China), 3HK (Hong Kong), Taiwan Mobile (Taiwan) |
| Setup | Usually activate a pack with your carrier before you fly | Scan the QR code; the eSIM activates after installation |
| Hotspot | Depends on the pack | Allowed on the GB plans; not on Unlimited |
| Calls and number | Your normal number and calls keep working | Data only: no local number or calls. Keep your home SIM for calls |
- ✓One page for three destinations, with a plan for each
- ✓Local networks in each place
- ✓Fully prepaid, no surprise bill when you get home
- ✓QR code by email, install before you fly
China, Hong Kong and Taiwan eSIM questions
Which eSIM should I buy for this trip?
Mainland China only: the China eSIM. Hong Kong, China and Macau together: the China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM. Hong Kong only: the Hong Kong eSIM. Taiwan: the Taiwan eSIM.
Which networks do they use?
China eSIM: China Mobile. Hong Kong eSIM: 3HK. Taiwan eSIM: Taiwan Mobile.
Do I get a phone number or calls?
No. These are data-only eSIMs. Keep your home SIM for calls and use the eSIM for data.
Can I use hotspot?
Yes on the GB plans. Unlimited plans do not support hotspot.
How does Unlimited work on the combined plan?
Unlimited plans on the China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM include 3 GB of high-speed data a day before the speed is reduced.
How do I install it?
The QR code arrives by email. Scan it before you fly or when you land; the eSIM activates after installation.
How does this compare with my carrier’s roaming?
Roaming prices and data limits are set by your carrier and change often. An eSIM is one prepaid plan, so the price and the data are known before you go. Check your carrier’s current pack price and compare.