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Shenzhen in the morning, Hong Kong for lunch, Macau by night — a Greater China eSIM keeps one connection running across China mainland, Hong Kong, and Macau. Switch on your phone at Hong Kong International, Shanghai Pudong, or Beijing Capital and you're online before you leave the terminal, with the same plan working on every side of every crossing. Up to 10x cheaper than roaming with plans starting at $1.99.

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$1.99
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7 days
$3.99
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3 countries· Greater China

eSIM in China, Hong Kong & Macau

You'll lean on data constantly here. WeChat runs daily life in mainland China, maps guide you through the Hong Kong MTR and Macau's old town, and translation apps decode menus and street signs. The mainland restricts some Western apps, so download offline maps before you arrive.

Buy your eSIM for Greater China before you fly and the install link lands in your email. Tap it once and your phone sets the eSIM up itself — or scan the QR code if you prefer — and skip the airport SIM counters. From Beijing to Hong Kong to a night in Macau, one plan follows you the whole way.

WHY CHOOSE AN eSIM FOR China, Hong Kong & Macau?

Airport SIM Problems

  • Long queues after a tiring flight
  • Language barriers and confusing plans
  • Overpriced tourist rates
  • Limited shop hours
  • Need passport copies and forms

Lumbus eSIM Benefits

  • Buy before you fly, activate on landing
  • One tap installs it — link in your inbox seconds after checkout
  • Up to 10x cheaper than roaming
  • 24/7 worldwide support
  • No paperwork, no queues

Why choose Lumbus over Airalo or Holafly?

We're not just another eSIM provider. Here's what makes Lumbus different.

24/7 Global Support

Real humans available around the clock, worldwide. No chatbots, just genuine help.

Faster Checkout

Apple Pay, Google Pay, no account required. Buy in under 60 seconds.

Better Prices

Often cheaper than competitors with the same quality networks.

Smoother Installation

One-tap install on iOS 17.4+. Clear step-by-step guides for all devices.

Flexible Plans

Data options from 500MB to unlimited with validity up to 180 days. Find the perfect fit for your trip.

Works At Home Too

Use as backup data at home when your main network goes down.

Staying connected in China, Hong Kong & Macau

Practical advice for using mobile data in China, Hong Kong & Macau.

1

Set up WeChat before flying

WeChat is the everyday app of mainland China, covering messaging and much more. Create and verify your account at home, since verification can require help from an existing user, so you're ready the moment you land.

2

Download offline maps for the mainland

Google Maps is unreliable in mainland China. Save offline maps of Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou before you arrive, or install a local app like Amap. In Hong Kong and Macau, your usual map apps work normally.

3

Cross borders without swapping SIMs

Greater China means three separate immigration zones. Take the high-speed train from Hong Kong West Kowloon to Shenzhen, or the ferry to Macau, and your eSIM reconnects automatically on the other side.

4

Ride the MTR with Octopus

Hong Kong's MTR is the fastest way around the city. Pick up an Octopus card for taps at gates and convenience stores, and use the MTR Mobile app to find routes and exits.

5

Hotspot the group in Macau

Day-tripping to Macau with friends? Turn on your phone's hotspot and share your data while you wander from Senado Square to the Cotai resorts, so nobody hunts for cafe WiFi.

China, Hong Kong & Macau eSIM FAQs

Common questions about using eSIM in China, Hong Kong & Macau

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