China eSIM for Australian travellers
Travelling from Australia to mainland China? Google, WhatsApp and other overseas software, messaging apps and websites can be used with Telroo’s China eSIM in mainland China, according to supplier confirmation supplied by Telroo’s owner on 27 October 2026. Check the selected plan’s included areas before buying.
Plan option: 20GB total, 30 days — A$26.90 including GST. Catalogue price retrieved 31 October 2026; confirm at checkout. This is data only. Compare Australian roaming costs and inclusions.
Choose your China eSIM
Select a product, then choose its data allowance and validity. Check whether the allowance is total or daily and read any speed conditions.
China, Hong Kong & Macao Travel eSIM
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From $2.90 AUD
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China (mainland & HK) Unlimited eSIM
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From $6.90 AUD
Choose plan: China (mainland & HK) Unlimited eSIMCheck coverage, activation timing, hotspot rules and the final price on the selected product before paying. These travel eSIMs are data-only, with no local phone number, standard calls or SMS.
Coverage: can I use Google and WhatsApp in mainland China?
Google, WhatsApp and other overseas software, messaging apps and websites can be used with Telroo’s China eSIM in mainland China. Network availability and signal quality vary by location.
Supplier confirmation supplied by Telroo’s owner, 27 October 2026. Compare the China fixed-data plans and China daily plans for included areas, allowances and setup instructions.
Will my phone work in China?
Your phone can use a travel eSIM in China if it supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked. Check for an “Add eSIM” option or an EID in your phone settings. Your Australian SIM can stay in the phone: with dual SIM it may remain available for calls and texts (your own carrier’s roaming charges apply), while the travel eSIM is used for mobile data. Check phone compatibility.
China eSIM questions
Does the plan cover Hong Kong and Macao?
Only if those areas are listed in the selected product. Check the coverage list before checkout.
Will every app work?
Yes. Google, WhatsApp and other overseas software, messaging apps and websites can be used with Telroo’s China eSIM in mainland China. Supplier confirmation supplied by Telroo’s owner, 27 October 2026.
Short answer: sizing a plan for 1–2 weeks
Best fit by data per day for most Australians visiting China for 1–2 weeks: the 20GB, 30-day plan, $26.90 AUD — about 1.4GB a day over 14 days, sized for everyday maps, messaging, bookings and photo uploads. It is data-only: no local phone number, standard calls or SMS. For lighter use (mostly maps and messaging), the 5GB, 30-day plan is $9.90 AUD, about 0.36GB a day over 14 days. If you want a set amount every day, daily plans start at $46.90 AUD for 3GB a day for 7 days.
| Plan | Price | Data per day | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1GB · 7 days | $2.90 AUD | About 0.14GB over 7 days | Short trips, or messaging and maps only |
| 3GB · 15 days | $5.90 AUD | About 0.21GB over 14 days | Short trips, or messaging and maps only |
| 5GB · 30 days | $9.90 AUD | About 0.36GB over 14 days | Light use: maps, messaging and bookings |
| 20GB · 30 days | $26.90 AUD | About 1.4GB over 14 days | Everyday use, including photo uploads and social media |
| 50GB · 30 days | $70.90 AUD | About 3.6GB over 14 days | Heavy use: video calls, streaming or sharing a hotspot |
| 3GB/day · 7 days | $46.90 AUD | 3GB high-speed | A set high-speed allowance every day; speed is reduced after it is used |
| 3GB/day · 15 days | $99.90 AUD | 3GB high-speed | A set high-speed allowance every day; speed is reduced after it is used |
| 3GB/day · 30 days | $199.90 AUD | 3GB high-speed | A set high-speed allowance every day; speed is reduced after it is used |
Data per day is the plan’s data divided by the trip length (up to 14 days): a planning average, not a daily allowance or a guarantee it will cover your use.
Choosing a China eSIM plan
A China travel eSIM can provide prepaid mobile data on a compatible, unlocked phone. Before buying, compare the included areas, data allowance, validity, activation rules and any routing information shown for the exact plan.
Start with the number of travel days and the amount of data you expect to use for maps, translation, bookings and messaging. Streaming, video calls, large uploads and hotspot use need a larger allowance. A plan covering mainland China, Hong Kong or Macao may list those areas differently, so verify your full itinerary.
Using dual SIM in China
Most travel eSIMs are data-only. Your Australian SIM can usually remain installed for calls or messages, while the eSIM is selected for mobile data. Disable data roaming on the Australian line if you want to avoid unexpected home-carrier charges.
China eSIM setup
- Confirm eSIM support for the exact device model and region.
- Confirm the phone is carrier-unlocked.
- Install using the supplied QR code while on stable Wi-Fi.
- Use the activation and roaming settings stated for the selected plan.
China eSIM plans and prices
Compare China, Hong Kong & Macao Travel eSIM plans
Choose a plan below to open its selected option. Plan names show the data allowance and validity supplied for that option.
| Plan | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 1 GB, 7 days | $2.90 AUD | Available |
| 3 GB, 15 days | $5.90 AUD | Available |
| 5 GB, 30 days | $9.90 AUD | Available |
| 20 GB, 30 days | $26.90 AUD | Available |
| 50 GB, 30 days | $70.90 AUD | Available |
Before paying, check the selected plan’s coverage, activation timing, hotspot rules and any daily high-speed limit. Prices and availability can change; confirm the final total at checkout.
View coverage and setup details for China, Hong Kong & Macao Travel eSIM
Compare China (mainland & HK) Unlimited eSIM plans
Choose a plan below to open its selected option. Plan names show the data allowance and validity supplied for that option.
| Plan | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 3 GB/day, 1 day | $6.90 AUD | Available |
| 3 GB/day, 7 days | $46.90 AUD | Available |
| 3 GB/day, 15 days | $99.90 AUD | Available |
| 3 GB/day, 30 days | $199.90 AUD | Available |
Before paying, check the selected plan’s coverage, activation timing, hotspot rules and any daily high-speed limit. Prices and availability can change; confirm the final total at checkout.
View coverage and setup details for China (mainland & HK) Unlimited eSIM
Three checks before checkout
- Find “Add eSIM” or an EID in phone settings.
- Confirm your exact model and region support eSIM.
- Confirm the phone is carrier-unlocked.
How to install a travel eSIM
- Choose a plan: Match the data allowance and validity to your itinerary.
- Open the QR code: Use a second screen so your phone can scan the supplied code.
- Install on Wi-Fi: Scan the QR code in your delivery email while connected to reliable Wi-Fi.
- Use it at your destination: Your plan's validity starts when you first use it in a covered destination, not when you install it. Install on Wi-Fi before you fly.
Install and activate your eSIM within 180 days of purchase. The installation guide explains each step.
More help planning your trip
- Estimate your travel data budget
- Compare travel eSIMs and Australian roaming
- Keep your Australian number overseas
- Installation and phone setup
Telroo sells the plans linked here. This is a purchase-planning guide, not an independent provider comparison or a coverage test. Guide last checked 27 October 2026. Prices come from the current catalogue and are confirmed at checkout.