Best Lunar New Year eSIM deals
These top eSIM deals will help you save on mobile data when traveling for Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year is fast approaching on 29 January 2025 and millions are expected to travel to popular Asian destinations like China, South Korea, Japan, and Singapore. According to ABC News, China is expecting 9 billion trips by car over the 40-day travel period.
Thousands of tourists are also expected to travel. Getting an eSIM for international travel can help save money on roaming charges, and avoid the stress of buying a physical SIM card. With an eSIM, users can easily choose a data plan before traveling and activate it upon arrival, all without the need to swap it with a physical SIM card.
We have created this list with the top eSIMs highlighting regional plans for Asia. These eSIMs offer a variety of data plans, allowing users to choose coverage for a single country or for the entire region. For instance, users can opt for an eSIM for Japan or an eSIM for Asia. These eSIMs are straightforward to install and easy to use.
Lunar New Year eSIM deals 2025
Exclusive: Get 10% off on Ubigi plans
Ubigi offers network coverage in more than 200 countries, providing a wide range of data plans tailored for every destination. Options for Asia range from 500MB to 60GB, with flexible durations including one-day, monthly, and annual plans. The Asia regional plan includes countries like Japan, Malaysia, and Vietnam. You can purchase a plan now and activate it when you travel. QR codes remain valid for up to 6 months so you can plan in advance. Use code TECHRADAR at checkout.
Buy if:
✅ You're looking for affordable options
✅ You want data tethering
✅ Looking for regional and global plans
Don't buy if:
❌ Customer support is quite limited
❌ No local phone number provided
Read our full Ubigi review.
Exclusive: Get 5% off on all Saily plans
Covering over 180 countries, Saily partners with local providers to ensure reliable connections and fast speeds. Prices for Asian plans start from $4.99 for 1GB lasting for 7 days. Exclusive to Tech Radar readers- you can get 5% off on all packages. Use code Techradar5.
Buy if:
✅ Looking for affordable plans
✅ Commitment to customer support
✅ Easy interface
Don't buy if:
❌ No unlimited data plans available
❌ No local phone number provided
Read our full Saily review.
Exclusive: Get 5% off on Holalfy plans
Holafly is known for its unlimited data plans, allowing users to choose the exact number of days they need to enjoy uninterrupted internet access. Prices start from $6.90 per day. The regional plan for Asia includes 16 countries like Japan, China, and South Korea to name a few. Users can purchase and install the eSIM before traveling and activate the data right before the trip. Use code TECHRADAR to get 5% off.
Buy if:
✅ Looking for unlimited data options
Don't buy if:
❌ No data sharing
❌ On the pricier side compared to its competitors
Read our full Holalfy review.
Exclusive: Get 10% off on Firsty app
Firsty is a newcomer in the eSIM market, quickly making strides mainly thanks to its Freemium model— you can get basic, ad-supported data at no cost. Firsty operates in over 160 countries. When checking out, use code FIRSTYRADAR to get 10% off.
Buy if:
✅ On the go and need data for basic internet needs
✅ On a budget
Don't buy if:
❌Limited coverage compared to other eSIM providers
❌ Speed can be slow in the free model
❌ Ad content in the free model
Jetpac is a strong contender in the eSIM market, known for its lavish perks like getting complimentary access to airport lounges in case of a flight delay. Jetpac offers network coverage in over 150 destinations and offers a variety of data plans. There are two Asian plans to choose from- Southeast Asia and Asia-Pacific. Users can purchase a plan now and it will activate once they are connected to the overseas network. New users can get 10 % off using the code CNY10 at checkout.
Buy if:
✅ You travel frequently
✅ Looking for perks like access to airport lounges
✅ Data tethering available
Don't buy if:
❌ No local phone number provided
❌ No unlimited data plans
Read our full Jetpac review.
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Udita Choudhary is an Editorial Assistant at TechRadar Pro where she looks after the eSIM vertical. She specializes in curating reviews and crafting deals. She also works on the affiliate side, managing the editorial needs of our diverse clientele. Her background is in Fashion Media where she has worked for publications such as Vogue Business, Marie Claire, and Grazia. She has an MA degree in Business and Economics from the University of Glasgow.
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