IoT and travel eSIM
Ubigi offers 1 eSIM plan for China, using the China Unicom network. Coverage is rated as fair with 95% population coverage. Plans start at $15.00 for 3GB over 30 days.
1 plan available, sorted by price. All plans use the China Unicom network in China.
Ubigi connects to China Unicom in China, providing fair coverage quality. Here is what that means for your experience.
Ubigi uses QR code activation. Follow these steps to get connected.
Visit the Ubigi website or app and select your preferred data plan for China. Complete the checkout process.
After payment, Ubigi will send you a QR code via email or display it in the app. This code contains your eSIM profile.
On your phone, go to Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM > Use QR Code. Point your camera at the QR code. The eSIM profile will download in about 30 seconds.
Name your new eSIM line (for example, "China Data") so you can easily identify it in your settings. Set it as the primary line for mobile data.
When you arrive, enable the eSIM data line in your cellular settings. Your phone will connect to China Unicom automatically. The plan validity begins at first connection.
Download the Ubigi eSIM profile while you are on WiFi at home. This ensures everything is ready when you land in China.
After activation, check that your phone is connected to China Unicom. Go to Settings > Cellular > Network Selection and verify the network name.
Some phones require "Data Roaming" to be enabled for eSIM plans to work abroad. This is safe with an eSIM since you are using a prepaid plan, not your home carrier's roaming.
Ubigi offers customer support via their app, email, and live chat. If your eSIM is not connecting in China, reach out before troubleshooting on your own.
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