Connect across the Philippines on Globe and Smart — the country's two main 4G/LTE networks. Coverage in Metro Manila, Cebu City, Davao, Boracay, Palawan, and the major Visayas islands. Your Flysimio Philippines eSIM activates instantly on arrival at NAIA or Mactan-Cebu.
5G ready Hotspot included Keep your home line 24/7 humans
Change your mind within 7 days and we refund in full — as long as the eSIM is unused or under 100 MB, so you can install it and check it connects first. A plan that genuinely fails is refunded any time. Details.
Pick data amount and validity. Pay with card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.
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Scan the QR code
We email a QR code instantly. Scan it in Settings — installed in under 60 seconds. No app needed.
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Land online in Philippines
Your phone connects to local networks automatically when you arrive. No SIM swap, no kiosk. Hotspot included.
Network
Coverage & connectivity.
Networks we run on in Philippines
SMART5G
Your device connects to the strongest available network automatically — no manual setup.
Manila Quezon City Cebu City Davao Pasig
The Philippines is an archipelago of 7,641 islands, so coverage varies significantly by island and location. Globe and Smart collectively cover all major populated islands with 4G/LTE — Metro Manila, Cebu City, Davao, and General Santos have reliable LTE throughout. Boracay has solid 4G in the tourist areas of White Beach and D'Mall. El Nido (Palawan) has 4G in the town centre and on popular island-hopping routes; remote beaches accessible only by boat may be offline. The Visayas ferry routes between Cebu, Bohol, and Leyte maintain connectivity in ports. Siargao has adequate 4G in General Luna surf area — outlying beaches may be 3G. Banaue Rice Terraces have 4G in the town; mountain viewing points may be 3G.
Plan size
How much data do you need?
Pick your travel style and trip length — we'll suggest the right Philippines plan, no guessing.
Yes. Boracay White Beach has reliable 4G. El Nido town in Palawan has 4G; remote beaches and uninhabited island stops on island-hopping tours may be offline.
Is coverage good in Metro Manila?
Yes. Metro Manila (Makati, BGC, Quezon City, Ortigas) has solid 4G/LTE with 5G in major business districts. Traffic-heavy roads can see variable speeds during peak hours.
Will this work in Siargao for surfing trips?
Yes. General Luna and Cloud 9 surf break area have adequate 4G. More remote parts of Siargao island may have 3G or gaps — sufficient for maps and messaging.
Does the eSIM work on Philippine inter-island ferries?
Coverage is available near island coasts. Open-sea crossings between islands (e.g., Cebu to Bohol, Batangas to Puerto Galera) may drop signal in the middle of the route.
Is this cheaper than buying a local Globe or Smart SIM?
Comparable or cheaper — and you skip the registration requirement. Local SIM registration in the Philippines requires a national ID; as a foreign visitor, Flysimio avoids that process entirely.
What is an eSIM?
An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a digital SIM built into your phone. Instead of a physical card, you scan a QR code and your plan installs instantly — no SIM tray needed.
Is my phone eSIM-compatible?
iPhone XS (2018) and newer, most Android flagships from 2020+, and all Samsung Galaxy S21+ devices support eSIM. Check our compatibility page for the full device list.
How do I install the eSIM?
After purchase, we email a QR code. On iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → Scan QR Code. On Android: Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs → Add eSIM. The whole process takes under 60 seconds.
Can I keep my regular SIM while using this eSIM?
Yes. Most phones support dual SIM (physical + eSIM). Keep your home number for calls and SMS — use Flysimio for data abroad. You control which SIM handles what in your phone Settings.
Does the eSIM include a hotspot (tethering)?
Yes, all Flysimio plans include mobile hotspot at no extra charge. Share your data connection with laptops, tablets, or other devices freely.
What happens when my data runs out?
You can top up data from your account dashboard at any time. Top-ups are applied instantly — no need to buy a new eSIM or wait.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. We offer a full refund within 7 days of purchase. Contact contact@flysimio.com with your order number.
How long is the eSIM valid for?
You have 6 months from your purchase date to activate the eSIM. Once activated, the plan validity period (e.g., 7 days, 30 days) begins counting down.
Will the eSIM work at the airport when I land?
Yes — as long as you installed the eSIM before your flight, it activates automatically when your phone connects to a local network on landing. No Wi-Fi required for activation.
What if the QR code doesn't scan?
If the QR code won't scan, you can enter the activation code manually — we include both in the email. You can also contact our 24/7 support team and we'll resend or manually provision your eSIM.
eSIM in Philippines
The complete guide.
Best eSIM for travel to the Philippines
The best Philippines eSIM combines island-wide coverage, clear pricing, and instant setup. Flysimio runs on Globe, Smart, and DITO — the networks that cover Metro Manila, Cebu, Boracay, and Palawan across the archipelago. Plans are prepaid with no contract and no roaming surprises, so the price you see is what you pay. Your QR code arrives by email seconds after checkout and installs in under a minute, every plan includes free mobile hotspot, and there's a 7-day money-back guarantee. Best of all, you skip the Philippines' mandatory SIM registration — as a visitor you'd otherwise need a national ID — and land at NAIA or Mactan-Cebu already connected.
How to set up a Philippines eSIM (step by step)
Getting online in the Philippines takes about two minutes — and skips the SIM-registration step a local SIM requires. First, confirm your phone supports eSIM: iPhone XS (2018) and newer and most Android flagships from 2020 qualify. Choose your Philippines plan on Flysimio and pay with card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay; your QR code arrives by email within seconds. On Wi-Fi before you fly, open Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM (iPhone) or Network & Internet → SIMs → Add eSIM (Android) and scan it — a manual code is included too. Keep your home line as default until arrival; when you land at Manila, Cebu, or Clark, your Flysimio line connects automatically.
How much data do you need in the Philippines?
Most travellers over-buy. For maps, messaging, and email, roughly 300 MB a day is plenty, so a 3–5 GB plan covers a week comfortably. Add social media, beach photos, and music and you'll want about 700 MB a day — a 10 GB plan suits a two-week island-hopping trip. Heavy streamers, video callers, and anyone tethering a laptop should plan for 1.5 GB or more per day or choose an unlimited daily plan. One note: remote island beaches reached by boat can drop offline, so download maps first. Use the calculator above to size it, and top up mid-trip if you run low.
Using a Philippines eSIM on iPhone and Android
Flysimio runs as a second line beside your usual SIM, so you keep your home number for calls and texts while your Philippine data flows over the eSIM — standard dual-SIM behaviour on iPhone XS and later and most Android phones from 2018. After installing, set the Flysimio eSIM as your cellular-data line and turn on Data Roaming for that line only; it simply lets the eSIM connect to Philippine networks, with no roaming fees. Keep your home SIM on for messages and calls, or switch it off to avoid your own carrier's charges. If you're unsure about your model, the compatibility page confirms it before you buy.
Hotspot, calls, and texts on a Philippines data eSIM
Every Flysimio Philippines plan includes mobile hotspot at no extra cost and without throttling, so you can tether a laptop or tablet or share with a travel companion and use your full allowance freely. As a data-only eSIM it has no Philippine phone number, but that rarely matters: WhatsApp and Messenger — hugely popular in the Philippines — plus FaceTime and Google Meet handle calls and messages over data, and your home number stays reachable on your primary SIM. You stay connected from Manila to the islands without the per-minute charges of traditional roaming.
Short Philippines trips vs. long stays
For a few days in Manila or a quick beach escape, a small 1–5 GB plan on a 7-day validity is the most economical choice. For a two-week island-hopping trip through Cebu, Bohol, and Palawan — or a longer stay — a 10–20 GB plan or an unlimited daily option lets you navigate, stream, and share without watching a meter. Because Flysimio gives you six months to activate, you can buy before you leave and the validity only starts when your eSIM first connects in the Philippines. No contract, nothing to cancel — the plan stops when it's done, and you can top up or rebuy for your next trip.
