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Asia eSIM (14 areas)

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3G/4G/5GHotspot supportedTop-up available

Days of travel:

1day, choose from 1 to 365

Add 1 day (from 2 days) to save 4%

How much data do you need each day?

You selected FLEX365 5 GB/day for 1 day

  • You get 5 GB of high-speed data every day
  • After that, you stay online with unlimited data at 384 Kbps
  • Each new day, your full 5 GB is back
  • Staying longer? Top up the same eSIM

Details of your selected plan

5 GB/day · 1 day
See all 14 countries and their networks
  • Bangladesh
    Grameenphone, Banglalink, Robi · 4G
  • Cambodia
    Metfone, Cellcard · 4G
  • Hong Kong SAR China
    csl, SmarTone · 5G
  • India
    AirTel · 5G
  • Indonesia
    Telkomsel, XL, Indosat · 5G/4G
  • Japan
    KDDI/au, SoftBank · 5G
  • Laos
    Lao Telecom · 5G
  • Macao SAR China
    CTM · 5G
  • Malaysia
    Maxis, CelcomDigi · 5G
  • Philippines
    SMART, Globe · 5G
  • South Korea
    SKTelecom, LG Uplus · 5G
  • Taiwan
    Chunghwa, Taiwan Mobile · 5G
  • Thailand
    AIS, DTAC, TrueMove H · 5G
  • Vietnam
    Viettel Mobile, Vinaphone, MobiFone · 5G
Coverage
Works in 14 countries and territories
Network
29 networks across 14 countries, see the list above
Validity
1 day
Data
5 GB high-speed data per day, then unlimited at 384 Kbps for the rest of the day
Speed
3G/4G/5G (connects to the best available network automatically)
Hotspot
Supported, you can share your connection with other devices
Validity starts
Validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network at your destination, so you can install it ahead of time
Top-up
Available, add data to the eSIM you already have

Details change with the plan you select above. Actual speeds depend on your location and the network you connect to.

About the Asia (14 areas) eSIM

This plan stretches from Japan and South Korea through Southeast Asia to India and Bangladesh, so you can keep one eSIM on a long multi-country trip.

Asia eSIM (14 areas) from eSIMCircle lets you set up mobile data on your phone before you travel and turn it on when you arrive, with no SIM counter to find and no card to swap.

Getting around Asia with mobile data

With your own data, you can translate menus, follow maps through busy streets and train stations, book ride-hailing cars and check flight updates as you hop between countries.

  • Japan and South Korea: Tokyo, Kyoto, Seoul and Jeju.
  • Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan: harbor views, casinos and night markets.
  • Thailand, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia: Bangkok, Hanoi, Luang Prabang and Angkor Wat.
  • Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines: Kuala Lumpur, Bali and Palawan.
  • India and Bangladesh: the Taj Mahal, Rajasthan and Dhaka.

Tips for using mobile data in Asia

Mainland China and Singapore are not part of this plan, so check the coverage list above before you cross a border.

The eSIMCircle Asia eSIM gets you online as soon as you land in the countries in this region, with no physical SIM to find or swap. Coverage comes from 29 partner networks (3G/4G/5G). Plans start from $1.99, and FLEX365 lets you pick exactly how many days you need, from 1 to 365.

Asia eSIM plans

  • Standard plans: 6 options with 1 GB to 20 GB of data, valid for 7 to 30 days, priced $1.99 to $23.55. The data is shared across the whole validity period.
  • FLEX365 plans: 2 daily data allowances, from 5 GB to 10 GB per day, from $5.99 per day. Choose 1 to 365 days; the more days you pick, the bigger the discount.

Where does the Asia eSIM work?

One eSIM works in 14 countries and territories: Bangladesh, Cambodia, Hong Kong SAR China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Macao SAR China, Malaysia, Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam.

Good to know

  • These plans are data only, with no phone number, calls or SMS. Use WhatsApp, iMessage or other apps to call and text, and keep your main SIM in your phone for calls and one-time codes.
  • With FLEX365, if you use up the day's high-speed data you stay connected at 384 Kbps until the day ends, and full speed returns the next day.

Asia eSIM: frequently asked questions

Which networks does the Asia eSIM use?

The Asia eSIM connects through partner networks in the countries in this region (3G/4G/5G). Your phone picks the strongest network automatically, so there is nothing extra to set up.

How much does a Asia eSIM cost?

The Asia eSIM starts from $1.99. We offer FLEX365 plans priced per day, where you choose 1 to 365 days (from 5 GB per day) and 6 Standard plans with a fixed amount of data (valid 7 to 30 days). Pick the plan that matches your trip length and data needs in the plan selector above.

Can I use my phone as a hotspot with the Asia eSIM?

Yes. Turn on your phone's personal hotspot to share the connection with a laptop or a travel companion's device. Data used by those devices counts toward your plan.

Can I top up my Asia eSIM if I run out of data?

Yes, Asia plans that support top-ups let you add data to the eSIM you already have, with no new install needed. Check the "Top-up" row in the plan details for your selected plan.

When does the validity period of the Asia eSIM start?

Validity starts when the eSIM first connects to a network in the countries in this region. You can install it ahead of time at home without losing any days.

How do I receive my Asia eSIM after buying?

After your payment is confirmed, your eSIM is delivered by email with a QR code and step-by-step installation instructions. If you don't see the email, check your spam folder.

How to install your Asia eSIM on iPhone and Android

iPhone

  1. Connect to Wi-Fi and open the email with your order's QR code.
  2. Go to Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM, then scan the QR code.
  3. Name the eSIM and choose it for cellular data.
  4. When you arrive, turn the eSIM on and enable Data Roaming.

Android

  1. Connect to Wi-Fi and open the email with your order's QR code.
  2. Go to Settings > Connections > SIM manager > Add eSIM (menu names vary by brand).
  3. Scan the QR code, then turn the eSIM on for mobile data.
  4. When you arrive, enable Data Roaming for the eSIM.

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