90 days instead of 180
For most countries Yesim gives you 180 days after purchase to activate an eSIM. For China it is half that: 90 days. If you buy early, say right after booking flights, make sure the trip starts within those 90 days.
The plan itself, as everywhere, runs 30 days from the moment you connect.
eSIM for China from Yesim
Buy no more than 90 days before the trip, install the eSIM by QR code in Yerevan and switch it on after landing.
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Prices against Armenia
Yesim 30-day plans as of 22.10.2026:
| Data | China | Armenia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | $3.36 | $3.00 | +$0.36 (+12%) |
| 3 GB | $8.40 | $7.80 | +$0.60 (+8%) |
| 5 GB | $13.20 | $11.52 | +$1.68 (+15%) |
| 10 GB | $22.32 | $19.20 | +$3.12 (+16%) |
| 20 GB | $35.76 | $26.40 | +$9.36 (+35%) |
| 30 GB | $45.60 | $33.60 | +$12.00 (+36%) |
On small plans the gap is under a dollar. From 20 GB China costs about a third more than Armenia: $35.76 against $26.40. There is no 50 GB plan; 30 GB is the largest.
Messaging apps, VPN and hotspot
- On its China page Yesim states that WhatsApp, TikTok and other services work without restrictions thanks to a built-in VPN. That is Yesim's claim; we have not tested it.
- Sharing data from your phone (hotspot) is available on this eSIM, according to the page.
- Speed may be limited under the operator's Fair Usage Policy.
The rest: number, setup, payment
- Data only: no calls, no SMS, no Chinese number.
- No ID check. One QR code per phone. Dial *#06# to check eSIM support: look for an EID line.
- yesim.app accepts Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal and UnionPay.
- Promo code travelpayouts24 gives new users 3 EUR off under the affiliate programme terms.
The main thing is the home
A WSE.AM agent will send apartments for your budget and district via Telegram or WhatsApp and group viewings into one or two days.
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How much is an eSIM for China?
As of 22.10.2026 Yesim 30-day plans ran from $3.36 for 1 GB to $45.60 for 30 GB.
How far ahead can I buy?
You must activate an eSIM for China within 90 days of purchase, not 180 as for most countries.
Will WhatsApp and other apps work?
Yesim says so on its China page, via a built-in VPN. We have not tested it.
Can I use hotspot?
Yes, the page says hotspot is available.
How much more than Armenia is it?
12% more on 1 GB, 35% more on 20 GB and 36% more on 30 GB (22.10.2026).
eSIM for China from Yesim
Buy no more than 90 days before the trip, install the eSIM by QR code in Yerevan and switch it on after landing.
Go to YesimAdvertisement. Advertiser: Genesis Group AG. TIN CHE-135.623.633 MWST. erid: 2VtzqvZbafw
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Data as of 22 October 2026. Prices and terms are set by the service; check them when booking.