eSIM Philippines: Mobile Data Across the Islands
A prepaid data plan, no commitment and no roaming. 4G/5G on Globe, Smart (PLDT) & DITO: activate your eSIM in 2 minutes with a QR code emailed to you, before you leave.
The Philippines spans more than 7,600 islands, and mobile data is how most travellers book ferries, Grab rides and island-hopping tours. A TravelNet eSIM connects you on arrival at Manila, Cebu or Clark without buying a local SIM, which in the Philippines must be registered with an ID under the 2022 SIM Registration Act. Plans start from $2.99.
Choose your Philippines eSIM plan
This plan includes
- 1 GB of data
- Valid for 3 days
Can I activate later?
- You have 30 days to activate your eSIM after purchase.
- Activation happens automatically when the eSIM connects to the local network.
- Secure payment
- Instant delivery
- eSIM compatible
Which eSIM should you choose for Philippines in 2026?
Compare what you pay for the whole trip: TravelNet keeps you connected in Philippines with data plans from $2.99 and instant activation with no physical SIM card. No roaming fees, no airport queue.
Carrier roaming
$10-20
per day
Local SIM
20-40$
+ airport queue
TravelNet eSIM
$2.99
entire trip
Why choose a TravelNet eSIM?
Compare the on-the-spot price, roaming and time-to-connect before you leave.
- ❌ Surprise bill at the end of the trip
- ❌ Frequent drops abroad
- ⚠️ Queue at the airport
- ⚠️ Useless plastic waste
- ✅ Activation in 2 minutes by email
- ✅ No plastic, 100% digital
- ✅ 4G/5G on local carrier networks
Get connected in 3 simple steps
From purchase to connection in under 2 minutes
Purchase your eSIM
Choose your Philippines eSIM plan and complete secure checkout with your Visa or Mastercard credit card.
⚡ < 2 minutesReceive your QR code
Your QR code and setup instructions arrive by email instantly after purchase.
⚡ Instantly by emailConnect in Philippines
Scan the QR code in Settings > Mobile Data. Enable data on arrival and enjoy 4G/5G.
⚡ Instant on arrivalFast connectivity for all your apps
Uber
Facebook
Gmail
Airbnb
Booking.com
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Frequently asked questions — Philippines eSIM
Everything you need to know before you go. Another question? Support 7 days a week, reply within 12 hours on average.
See the full FAQDoes an eSIM work in the Philippines?+
Yes. Any unlocked, eSIM-compatible phone can use a Philippines travel eSIM, which roams on a local network. Smart and Globe also sell their own eSIMs to residents, so eSIM is supported by the local networks.
Do I need to register a travel eSIM in the Philippines?+
The SIM Registration Act applies to SIMs issued by Philippine operators, which require a passport for foreigners. A travel eSIM issued abroad roams on a local network and does not go through that local registration.
Does the eSIM use Smart or Globe?+
The partner network is listed in the plan details before purchase. Both Smart and Globe cover the main cities and tourist areas in 4G LTE.
Is there coverage in Palawan and Siargao?+
El Nido, Coron, Puerto Princesa and General Luna have mobile coverage in town, but signal weakens on remote beaches and during boat trips. Download boarding passes and ferry tickets before island-hopping.
Can I use Grab with a travel eSIM?+
Yes, Grab works over eSIM data. Verification codes are sent by SMS to the number on your account, so keep your home SIM active on a dual-SIM phone.
Should I buy a SIM at Manila airport instead?+
Smart and Globe have counters at NAIA, but the SIM must be registered with your passport before it works. The eSIM is installed before departure and works as soon as you switch it on.
Using your Philippines eSIM
Install the QR code over Wi-Fi before you leave: the 4G/5G plan activates the first time it connects on arrival. The eSIM is data only, so your usual number stays active for WhatsApp, iMessage and calls.
Network coverage
- Cities covered
- Manille, Cebu, Davao, Quezon City and Makati
- Rural areas
- Signal depends on the local network: download offline maps before leaving the cities.
- Help
- Support 7 days a week, reply within 12 hours on average. Full refund if not activated, replacement first if faulty.
Three operators run national networks: Smart (PLDT group), Globe and DITO, which launched commercially in 2021. Your plan uses the partner network named in the plan details. 4G LTE and 5G are available in Metro Manila, Cebu and Davao; on island destinations such as El Nido, Coron, Siargao or Siquijor, signal depends on the municipality and can be weak on beaches and boats between islands. Typhoon season (roughly June to November) can also cause temporary outages.
How much data do you need?
| Trip length | Suggested data |
|---|---|
| Weekend (2-3 days) | 3 GB |
| 1 week | 5 GB |
| 2 weeks | 10 GB |
| 1 month or remote work | 20 GB or unlimited |
Practical info
- Language: Filipino, English
- Currency: PHP (₱)
- Power plug: Type A/B/C
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Ready to leave with your Philippines eSIM?
12 Philippines plans — pick one, pay once and receive your QR code by email. Set up in under 2 minutes, before you leave.
- QR code by email, activated in 2 minutes
- 4G/5G connection on local networks
- Hotspot included on every plan
- Full refund if not activated
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