Bell roaming in China: what it costs, and when an eSIM is cheaper
Data in China is included with Ultra - Unlimited with international roaming. Otherwise, it costs CA$16.00/day (Roam Better - with home data). An eSIM for 7 days and 6 GB costs from $13.00 (Jetpac).
The best eSIMs in China for a week
For 7 days and 6 GB
- 1Best unlimited
Ubigi
Unlimited · 7 days
$24.00$3.43 per day- 5 GB a day at full speed, then reduced speed
- Network: China Telecom
- Hotspot allowed
- 2Cheapest
Jetpac
10 GB · 7 days
$13.00$1.30 per GB- Lowest total price for 7 days
- Network: China Unicom
- Hotspot allowed
- 3Best price per GB
Orange Travel
20 GB · 14 days
€17.99€0.90 per GB- Lowest price per GB for this trip
- Networks: China Mobile, China Telecom, and China Unicom
- Hotspot allowed
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Bell or an eSIM in China: our verdict
Depending on your plan and trip length, at the prices read on October 21, 2026.
If your plan includes China
Keep Bell
With Ultra - Unlimited with international roaming, data in China is included at no extra cost, within your allowance abroad.
Otherwise, with Bell
CA$16.00/day
Roam Better - with home data. For 7 days and 6 GB, expect CA$75.00.
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Data in China with Bell: our analysis
What Bell’s rate sheet and eSIM prices show, as checked on October 21, 2026.
The right pass for your trip length
- 3 days3 × Roam Better - with home dataCA$48.00
- 1 week and 2 weeksTravel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to CanadaCA$75.00
- 1 monthTravel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to CanadaCA$90.00
Against the cheapest eSIM
Bell charges in CAD and the cheapest eSIM is sold in USD: we convert nothing. For a week, expect CA$75.00 with Bell and $13.00 with the eSIM (Jetpac).
eSIMs in China at a glance
- In China, we compare plans from 7 eSIM providers: GigSky, GoMoWorld, Jetpac, Nomad, Orange Travel, Ubigi, and Yesim.
- The cheapest unlimited plan for a week is from Ubigi: $24.00 (Unlimited · 7 days).
Bell applies the same rate in 22 other destinations we track, including Australia, Egypt, France, Greece, and Iceland.
Plan by plan
What applies in China depending on your Bell plan.
What Bell’s official rate sheet sets out in China, offer by offer. “Included” means at no extra cost, within your allowance abroad: your Bell account shows the one on your line.
| Plan or offer | Data in China | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Roam Better - with home data | CA$16.00/day | Maximum 20 charged days per line per billing period (international rate counted separately); 5GB per day at normal speed then up to 512 Kbps. Destination page header: China (CHN). |
| Ultra - Unlimited with international roaming | Included | Included (5GB/day then up to 512 Kbps) |
| Asia 14 Day Travel Pass | CA$75.00 for 14 days | Travel Pass (uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada) |
| Asia 30 Day Travel Pass | CA$90.00 for 30 days | Travel Pass (uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada) |
| International 14-day Travel Pass | CA$100.00 for 14 days | Travel Pass (uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada) |
| International 30-day Travel Pass | CA$120.00 for 30 days | Travel Pass (uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada) |
What your trip costs
With the Bell roaming rate, against today’s cheapest eSIM, for everyday use.
| Trip | With Bell | Cheapest eSIM | The offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days · 3 GB | CA$48.00 3 × Roam Better - with home data | $6.50 Jetpac | See the plan |
| 7 days · 6 GB | CA$75.00 Travel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada | $13.00 Jetpac | See the plan |
| 14 days · 12 GB | CA$75.00 Travel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada | €17.99 Orange Travel | See the plan |
| 30 days · 24 GB | CA$90.00 Travel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada | $29.99 Jetpac | See the plan |
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China with other Canadian carriers
The same trip with the other Canadian carriers we track, from their official rate sheets.
All 2 Canadian carriers we track include China in at least one plan: Bell and Rogers.
| Carrier | Included with | A week (6 GB) |
|---|---|---|
 Rogers | 5G+ Ultimate | CA$55.00 Roam Like Home Travel Pass |
Turn off Bell roaming and use an eSIM
Four settings, before you leave or on the plane.
- 1
Install the eSIM at home
Buy it and scan its QR code before you leave: with most providers, the plan only starts when you first connect at your destination.
- 2
Keep Bell for calls
In your settings, keep your Bell line for calls and texts, and pick the eSIM for mobile data.
- 3
Turn off Bell roaming
On iPhone: Settings › Cellular › your Bell line › Data Roaming. On Android: Settings › Mobile networks › Roaming.
- 4
Keep eSIM roaming on
A travel eSIM uses the local networks: its data roaming must stay on.
Bell roaming in China: your questions
Answered from the Bell price guide and today’s prices.
Is data in China included in my Bell plan?
Yes, with Ultra - Unlimited with international roaming. Otherwise, it costs CA$16.00/day (Roam Better - with home data).
How much does data cost in China with Bell?
CA$16.00/day (Roam Better - with home data), so CA$112.00 for 7 days and 6 GB. An eSIM covering the same week costs from $13.00 (Jetpac), checked on October 21, 2026.
Which Bell pass should I get for China?
The best Bell option depends on how long you stay: for 3 days, 3 × Roam Better - with home data (CA$48.00); for a week and for two weeks, Travel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada (CA$75.00); for a month, Travel Pass, uses plan data; unlimited calls and texts in the destination and to Canada (CA$90.00).
Bell or an eSIM in China: which is cheaper?
Bell charges in CAD and the cheapest eSIM is sold in USD: we convert nothing. For a week, expect CA$75.00 with Bell and $13.00 with the eSIM (Jetpac).
Which Canadian carriers include China?
All 2 Canadian carriers we track include China in at least one plan: Bell and Rogers.
Which network does an eSIM use in China?
The cheapest one-week eSIM (Jetpac) uses China Unicom. Depending on the plan, the 7 providers we compare in China list China Unicom, China Telecom, and China Mobile.
How do I avoid roaming charges in China?
Use a travel eSIM for data and turn off data roaming on your Bell line. You keep your number for calls and texts.
Can I keep my Bell number with an eSIM?
Yes, on an eSIM-compatible phone: your Bell line stays on for calls and texts while the eSIM carries the data.
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