01How much do Asia eSIM plans cost?
Asia plans start at $1.20 for 500MB per day. Each plan group below covers a different set of countries, and every plan page lists its countries, networks, data, validity and price.
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About the Asia eSIM
VoyaSIM's Asia regional eSIM covers a curated set of Asian markets on one plan — from Japan and South Korea in the northeast to Indonesia and the Philippines in the southeast. Plan tiers range from focused 5-7 country bundles to wide 20+ country coverage including China, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, and more.
Good to know: China coverage usually routes through Hong Kong-based partner carriers, which often gives access to Western services (Google, WhatsApp, Instagram) that are blocked on China-domestic SIMs — but confirm on the individual plan detail page. Japan and South Korea are sometimes a separate sub-region due to different carrier agreements.
How activation works: Choose a plan tier above, complete checkout, and receive your QR code by email. Install before traveling — the validity timer only starts when your phone first connects to a partner network in one of the covered countries. The eSIM automatically switches between networks as you cross borders within the region.
Asia eSIM: questions travelers ask
02Which countries does the Asia eSIM cover?
It depends on the plan group: Central Asia: 5 countries; Singapore & Malaysia & Thailand: 3 countries; Singapore & Malaysia: 2 countries; China (mainland HK Macao): 3 countries; Asia 7 Areas: 7 countries; Asia (4–14 areas): 4–14 countries; China & Japan & South Korea: 3 countries; Southeast Asia: 8 countries; Japan & South Korea: 2 countries; Asia (12 areas): 12 countries; Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam & Indonesia: 5 countries; Asia 20+ Areas: 19 countries; South Asia: 6 countries; Asia 20 Countries: 20 countries; China & Hong Kong: 2 countries. Pick the group that includes every country on your route; each plan page lists all of them.
03Which networks does the Asia eSIM use?
The plans connect to partner networks in every covered country, on 3G/4G/5G depending on the local network. Each plan page lists its networks and whether they offer 3G, 4G or 5G.
04When does my Asia plan start?
At the first connection to a network in Asia, not when you buy or install it. Install at home over Wi‑Fi; the days start counting when you land.
05How do I install the eSIM?
The QR code arrives by email within minutes of payment. iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM and scan it. Android: Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs → Add eSIM. It takes about two minutes; the help center has the step-by-step version.
06Do I keep my phone number and WhatsApp?
Yes. The eSIM carries data only and works next to your own SIM, so your number, WhatsApp, iMessage and banking apps keep working. Switch data roaming off on your home SIM so it never bills you abroad.
07Will the eSIM work on my phone?
Yes, if the phone supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked. Dial *#06#: if an EID number appears, it supports eSIM. iPhone XS, XR and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer and recent Samsung Galaxy phones all do; the help center has the full check.
08Can I use the Asia eSIM as a hotspot?
Yes. Every plan allows personal hotspot and tethering, so a laptop or a travel companion's phone can share the eSIM's data. Shared use counts against the same allowance.
09What happens when the data runs out?
127 of 135 Asia plans can be topped up from My eSIMs; each plan page shows it under “Top-up”. When a plan has no top-up, a second plan installs next to the first. An optional auto top-up refills fixed plans at 90% used and adds days to daily plans before they end. Daily plans get cheaper per day the more days you buy at once.
10Can I get a refund?
Yes, in full within 30 days of purchase, as long as the eSIM was never activated. A technical problem that stops activation is refunded too; write to support with your order number.
11How do I reach support?
Write to support@voyasim.io or use the chat on the site. A person replies within 24 hours, in English.
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