Hong Kong eSIM with phone number activation support
Hong Kong eSIM with phone number
"Hong Kong eSIM with phone number" is a mobile SIM service suitable for long-term stays or temporary residence in Hong Kong or mainland China.
With flexible voice, SMS and data plans and recharge options, the service offers a cost-effective mobile environment to meet all your needs while living and working in Hong Kong or mainland China. With eSIM support, you can even create dual mobile numbers on a single smartphone by simply scanning a QR code.
Additionally, by linking your credit card online or via the app, you can purchase and use multi-area high-speed data plans, allowing you to use your mobile data in countries and regions such as Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, the United States, and Europe while keeping the same Hong Kong phone number.
Simple and easy-to-understand plans that can be selected according to usage scenarios
With mobile lines from Hong Kong's major telecommunications carriers, users can choose a plan that suits their needs, and enjoy many benefits, such as reasonable rates, high-quality communications, and the "1-Card 2-Numbers" feature that allows users to have a mainland China phone number, so users can enjoy communications in Hong Kong with peace of mind.
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● Ideal for long-term use and large-volume data usage in Hong Kong ● You can activate and open a Hong Kong phone number while in Japan or overseas, so you can start using data immediately. It also supports both eSIM and physical SIM cards. |
● Supports data communication in mainland China and Macau ● By using the roaming function of the Greater Bay Area plan, you can use data to access Google, YouTube, LINE, and other services not only in Hong Kong, but also when you are in mainland China or Macau. |
● Communication options available across multiple countries and regions ● By using the multi-area communication option, you can enjoy low-cost roaming in Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, America, Europe, etc. while using the same Hong Kong phone number. |
Payment methods for account setup support
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There are two payment methods for Hong Kong eSIM activation support with phone number |
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●Payment by invoice (bank transfer)● This is a payment method via invoice (bank transfer) that is suitable for contracts with companies, corporations, local governments, and government agencies. We will send you a quote and order form for the eSIM. After placing your order, we will issue a QR code for the eSIM. An invoice will be sent to you by email at the end of the month in which you purchased the eSIM. *Only available to companies, corporations, local governments, and government agencies. |
● Credit card payment ● This is a payment method using various credit cards such as Visa and Mastercard, suitable for contracts under personal names We will send you a payment link for purchasing an eSIM via email. After you pay by credit card, we will issue you a QR code and a receipt for the eSIM. *Also available to companies, corporations, local governments, and government agencies. |
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* We also accept payments via WeChat Pay. Please contact us if you have any requests.
Hong Kong eSIM with phone number setup support details
We will support you in setting up an eSIM, which is ideal for long-term stays or expatriates in Hong Kong or mainland China, and guide you through the initial SIM purchase and setup process to ensure smooth use.
After the initial setup support (after purchasing your first SIM), you will have a direct contract with the telecommunications carrier, so you can use the service with peace of mind.
| Hong Kong eSIM with phone number setup support items | Coordinating with telecommunications carrier stores and opening | Sending a copy of your ID (passport) | Providing eSIM QR code |
| First SIM usage fee billing service *Optional | Accompanying to a telecommunications carrier store *Optional | - |
Supplementary information about this service
About our opening support
We are an authorized distributor of the communication services provided by China Unicom. We can support you in setting up SIM cards for China Unicom HK
〇 For support regarding plan changes, additions, operation methods, etc. after the initial setup support (after purchasing your first SIM), please contact your carrier directly via their website or app.
* After the initial setup support (after purchasing your first SIM), we do not provide support as an intermediary.
〇 Although remote support is the norm for setting up an account, we can also have our staff accompany you to the local carrier's store in China.
〇 This is a direct contract with the customer who actually purchases the SIM and implements the installation support. We do not accept projects in which we are in a position to act as a subcontractor or subcontractor.
Regarding real name registration (real name authentication) on passports
○ To open a SIM card, you will need to send us a copy of your ID (passport) and have your real name registered (authenticated) by the carrier. If you are unable to provide a copy of your passport, we will be unable to open or sign a contract for the SIM card.
○ Depending on the results of the real-name authentication review by the telecommunications carrier, you may not be able to open or sign up for a SIM card.
○ In principle, the SIM contract name will be a direct contract between the customer and the telecommunications carrier.
About SIM usage
〇 This card is suitable for use in daily life and work in Hong Kong or mainland China, assuming a long-term stay or residency. For those using it for short-term travel or business trips, we recommend that you consider using other communication methods (e.g., a prepaid SIM card for overseas travel, or a carrier's roaming function).
Please make sure that your mobile device is unlocked. Also, depending on the model of device manufactured and distributed in each country, eSIM may not be available.
We also support the purchase of physical SIMs. However, when purchasing a physical SIM, you will need to accompany your partner to a local carrier store in China, sign a contract there, and receive the physical SIM. (Physical SIMs cannot be shipped overseas.)
remarks
○ The specifications and conditions of this service may be changed without prior notice. Please note.
○ For information on Chinese SIM services that allow you to open a mainland Chinese phone number while in Japan, please see the Choco SIM
Hong Kong eSIM with phone number compatible device list
This list is a guide to help you determine whether your mobile device supports eSIM.
For devices not listed here, please contact the place of purchase (manufacturer or carrier) of your mobile device directly.
| Apple (iOS / smartphone) | 〇 iPhone Air 〇 iPhone 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max 〇 iPhone 16, 16e, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max * 〇 iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max * 〇 iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max * 〇 iPhone SE (2022 / 3rd generation) 〇 iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max * 〇 iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max * 〇 iPhone SE (2020 / 2nd generation) 〇 iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max 〇 iPhone XR 〇 iPhone XS, XS Max - * eSIM cannot be used with the following devices: - Mainland China version iPhone - Hong Kong and Macau version iPhone (iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone (Excluding iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone SE 2020, and iPhone XS) |
| Google (Android) | 〇 Pixel 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, 10 Pro Fold 〇 Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro Fold 〇 Pixel 8, 8a, 8 Pro 〇 Pixel Fold 〇 Pixel 7, 7a, 7 Pro 〇 Pixel 6, 6a, 6 Pro 〇 Pixel 5, 5a 〇 Pixel 4, 4a, 4 XL |
| Samsung (Android) | 〇 Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra 〇 Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra 〇 Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra 〇 Galaxy S22 5G, S22+ 5G, S22 Ultra 5G 〇 Galaxy S21 5G, S21+ 5G, S21 Ultra 5G 〇 Galaxy S20+ 〇 Galaxy Note S20, S20+, S20 Ultra 〇 Galaxy Z Flip7 〇 Galaxy Z Flip6 〇 Galaxy Z Flip5 〇 Galaxy Z Flip4 〇 Galaxy Z Flip3 5G 〇 Galaxy Z Flip 〇 Galaxy Z Fold7 〇 Galaxy Z Fold6 〇 Galaxy Z Fold5 〇 Galaxy Z Fold4 〇 Galaxy Z Fold3 〇 Galaxy Z Fold2 * 〇 Galaxy Z Fold - * The following devices support eSIM. Galaxy S20 , Galaxy S21 FE , Galaxy Z Fold 2 (Hong Kong version) , Canada and Bulgaria versions of Galaxy |
| HUAWEI (Android) | 〇 Pura 70 Pro 〇 Mate 40 Pro 〇 P40, P40 Pro 〇 P50 Pro |
| Xiaomi (Android) | 〇 Xiaomi 15 〇 Xiaomi 15 Ultra 〇 Xiaomi 14 T, 14 T Pro |
| OPPO (Android) | 〇 Find X8, X8 Pro * 〇 Find N3, N3 Flip * - * The following devices cannot use eSIM : ・Find in Japan (au) ・Find in Australia (Telstra, Optus) |
| SONY (Android) | 〇 Xperia 1 VI 〇 Xperia 5 V 〇 Xperia 10 VI |
| Apple (iOS/Tablet) | ○ iPad 10.9 (2025 / 11th generation) ○ iPad 10.9 (2022 / 10th generation) ○ iPad 10.2 (2021 / 9th generation) ○ iPad 10.2 (2020 / 8th generation) ○ iPad 10.2 (2019 / 7th generation) ○ iPad Air 11 / M3 (2025 / 7th generation) ○ iPad Air 11 / M2 (2024 / 6th generation) ○ iPad Air 10.9 / M1 (2022 / 5th generation) ○ iPad Air 10.9 (2020 / 4th generation) ○ iPad Air 10.5 (2019 / 3rd generation) ○ iPad Pro 13 (2025 / 8th generation) ○ iPad Pro 12.9 (2024 / 7th generation) ○ iPad Pro 12.9 (2022 / 6th generation) ○ iPad Pro 12.9 (2021 / 5th generation) ○ iPad Pro 12.9 (2020 / 4th generation) ○ iPad Pro 12.9 (2018 / 3rd generation) ○ iPad Pro 11 (2025 / 6th generation) ○ iPad Pro 11 (2024 / 5th generation) ○ iPad Pro 11 (2022 / 4th generation) ○ iPad Pro 11 (2021 / 3rd generation) ○ iPad Pro 11 (2020 / 2nd generation) ○ iPad Pro 11 (2018 / 1st generation) ○ iPad Mini (2024 / 7th generation) ○ iPad Mini (2021 / 6th generation) ○ iPad Mini (2019 / 5th generation) - * Wi-Fi + Cellular model iPads support eSIM |
Reference information
●【eSIM】Setup method ~ iOS version ~
https://beyondjapan.com/blog/2024/08/esim-setup-guide-ios
● [eSIM] Explanation of APN settings ~ iOS version ~
https://beyondjapan.com/blog/2024/08/esim-ios-apn
● [eSIM] Explanation of APN settings ~ Android version ~
https://beyondjapan.com/blog/2024/12/esim-android-apn
● [eSIM] Smartphone SIM lock and how to unlock it
https://beyondjapan.com/blog/2024/10/about-sim-lock
●【*#06#】How to check if your device is compatible with eSIM or dual SIM
https://beyondjapan.com/blog/2024/11/secret-number
● [Opinion] Many smartphones in Japan do not support dual SIM or eSIM
https://beyondjapan.com/blog/2024/11/opinion-dualsim-esim
● [Hong Kong SIM] How to purchase an eSIM with a phone number [China Unicom HK]
https://beyondjapan.com/blog/2025/09/china-unicom-hk-sim
