“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?

In Macau, travelers can choose from around 130 eSIM providers and access more than 8, 100 prepaid data plans, offering a wide variety of options to suit a range of needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Macau?

Unlimited data eSIM options are available for Macau. Providers such as Yoho Mobile, abesteSIM, Billion Connect, MicroEsim, Roamify, Truely, Yesim, and FairPlay offer unlimited data plans that allow tethering, but all include a speed limit of 5 Mbps with possible throttling during heavy usage; abesteSIM also notes a reduced speed of 128 kbps as a limit. Prices span from roughly $2.28 to $29.39 USD, giving travelers flexibility to choose a plan that matches both their stay length and budget.

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?

Yes, travel eSIM plans that provide a phone number and SMS support are available for Macau. Providers such as GlobaleSIM, Roamify, LinkeSIM, Earth Esim, Orange Travel, and TravelKon offer packages that include inbound and outbound voice calls and SMS. The phone numbers in these plans use foreign dialing codes, primarily +1 (U.S./Canada) and some +33 (France), so they are not local Macau numbers.

The plans span a range of data allowances, with prices starting around $4.00 USD for a 1GB, 7‑day package and extending to about $105.00 USD for a 20GB plan valid for 365 days. Inbound SMS is supported on all offerings, while full inbound and outbound SMS capabilities appear mainly on Roamify and LinkeSIM packages. Travelers who need a local Macau number should be aware that these options do not provide one.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Mar 26, 2026