“I noticed that the pay-as-you-go option does not appear in the plan listings on esimdb, which caught my attention a little. After actually using it, I personally feel this is the most convenient option.

Because it is fully usage based, you can keep using it seamlessly even when moving between countries, which is incredibly convenient. With cheaper flight tickets, long layovers at airports in China are common, and sometimes you may want to head into the city for a short while. In those situations, it feels a bit wasteful to purchase a one day plan or a large data package, so this option fits perfectly.

Airport WiFi is available, of course, but connections can be unstable, and SMS verification is sometimes required, which often makes it more troublesome than expected. That is why having the reassurance of being able to connect immediately on your own mobile line, even during immigration, feels very valuable.

Overseas roaming is also available with ahamo and Rakuten Mobile, but there are still countries that are not covered. Having this set up as a dual SIM feels like something that could really help in an emergency. I also appreciate that LINE and WhatsApp continue to work even after the main data allowance has been used up. It is a small detail, but genuinely useful.”

ishii

Apr 26, 2026

MTX Connect Macau

“I wanted to use it in Hong Kong and used it on my iPhone 11 Pro.
It connected to 3 Macau.
3 Macau itself had good coverage and signal, but the MTX environment was very poor, with a ping of over 1 second. It was almost impossible to connect. (However, the amount of traffic on the app was being consumed...)”

Hassy

Nov 20, 2019

Macau Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Macau

How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in Macau, and how many prepaid data plans are there?

Macau offers more than 140 travel eSIM brands and more than 8, 500 prepaid data plans, giving travelers a wide variety of options to suit their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Macau?

Yes, several eSIM providers sell unlimited data plans for Macau. The available options are offered by abesteSIM, MicroEsim, Roamify, Billion Connect, Truely, Yesim, and FairPlay. All of these plans run on 5G networks and allow tethering, although the speed can be throttled after a certain amount of usage. For example, abesteSIM specifically notes that the speed may drop to a reduced level of 128 kbps and is capped at 5 Mbps. The other providers only mention a general possibility of speed throttling. The price range for these unlimited plans varies from about $2.37 to $40.50 USD, giving travellers a broad spectrum to choose from based on their budget and desired validity period.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Macau?

In Macau, the primary Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) providing mobile services are:

CTM (Companhia de Telecomunicações de Macau): Offers extensive 4G LTE coverage across Macau, providing a range of mobile services including voice, data, and international roaming.
China Telecom (Macau): Provides mobile services with a focus on data and voice offerings, utilizing both CDMA and LTE technologies.
Hutchison Telephone (Macau) Limited (3 Macau): Operates under the "3" brand, offering 4G LTE services with coverage in major areas, including hotels, casinos, and business districts.

As of November 2024, SmarTone (Macau) has ceased its operations in Macau.

Macau does not have Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs); therefore, all mobile services are provided directly by the aforementioned MNOs.

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Macau?

Travel eSIMs that include a phone number and SMS capability are available for Macau. Providers such as GlobaleSIM, Airhub, Roamify, and Orange Travel offer packages ranging in price from about $4 USD for a 1 GB 7‑day plan to around $69 USD for 50 GB data and calls over 30 days. The plans all support inbound and outbound voice calls and SMS; VoIP and data‑only options are also available if a local number is not required.

Tel‑dialing codes vary by provider. GlobaleSIM’s Macau plans use a +1 telephone code, which means the number is foreign rather than local Macau (+853). Roamify’s Macau eSIM uses a +33 code, also foreign, while Airhub’s Macau offers a local +853 number, giving callers the full local dialing experience. Orange Travel’s Macau‑region plans use +33 as well. Each package’s validity ranges from 7 to 30 days, with some extended options for 60 days or longer.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: May 22, 2026