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link your mainland China number, to receive voice calls and SMS seamlessly
CMLink One-card-multi-number
life between China and Russia is more convenient, saving on international long-distance charges
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Chinese and Russian numbers are on one SIM card
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your Beeline number can receive verification codes sent to mainland China numbers without the need to change your SIM card or carry multiple phone
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you can receive SMS and voice messages from your linked number. your friends and family can stay in touch with you without needing to make international calls, saving on long-distance charges.
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Where you can get your SIM card
frequently asked questions
Is it possible to buy a Chinese SIM card?
You can get a free virtual Chinese number from China Mobile through CMLink to receive calls and SMS with forwarding to a Beeline number with a BeeChina tariff plan. A virtual number does not include a physical SIM card; it only provides a number that can be used to receive text messages, receive voice calls, and send designated short‑code text messages (for example, sending “999” to “12306” for account registration).
How to get a virtual Chinese phone number?
1. Purchase a Beeline SIM card with a BeeChina plan at a Beeline office.
2. Register/Log in to the CMLink website. This requires a Beeline SIM card with a BeeChina plan.
3. Apply for a free virtual number from China Mobile on the CMLink. For security purposes, when submitting the application, you will need to upload photos of both sides of your ID and a video of you holding your ID for at least 6 seconds. Your face and identification information must be clearly visible in the video. We recommend using a mobile device to access the webpage to simplify the uploading of identification information.
4. Wait for approval of your virtual number application and enable the call and SMS forwarding service to your Beeline number on the CMLink.
2. Register/Log in to the CMLink website. This requires a Beeline SIM card with a BeeChina plan.
3. Apply for a free virtual number from China Mobile on the CMLink. For security purposes, when submitting the application, you will need to upload photos of both sides of your ID and a video of you holding your ID for at least 6 seconds. Your face and identification information must be clearly visible in the video. We recommend using a mobile device to access the webpage to simplify the uploading of identification information.
4. Wait for approval of your virtual number application and enable the call and SMS forwarding service to your Beeline number on the CMLink.
How do I enable call and SMS forwarding if I already have a Chinese number from China Mobile?
1. Purchase a Beeline SIM card with a BeeChina plan at a Beeline office.
2. Register/Log in to the CMLink website. This requires a Beeline SIM card with a BeeChina plan.
3. Apply to link an existing China Mobile number on the CMLink. For security purposes, when submitting the application, you will need to upload photos of both sides of your ID and a video of you holding your ID for at least 6 seconds. Your face and identification information must be clearly visible in the video. We recommend using a mobile device to access the webpage to simplify the uploading of identification information.
4. Wait for approval of your application and enable the call and SMS forwarding service to your Beeline number on the CMLink.
2. Register/Log in to the CMLink website. This requires a Beeline SIM card with a BeeChina plan.
3. Apply to link an existing China Mobile number on the CMLink. For security purposes, when submitting the application, you will need to upload photos of both sides of your ID and a video of you holding your ID for at least 6 seconds. Your face and identification information must be clearly visible in the video. We recommend using a mobile device to access the webpage to simplify the uploading of identification information.
4. Wait for approval of your application and enable the call and SMS forwarding service to your Beeline number on the CMLink.
Is it possible to use a Chinese SIM card in Russia?
Yes, it is possible, but the One-card-multi-number service will be automatically disabled. To re-enable the service, you need to turn off the device with the Chinese SIM card and enable call and SMS forwarding to your Beeline number with the BeeChina tariff plan on the CMLink.
Can foreigners get a Chinese phone number?
Yes, they can.
1. You need to purchase a Beeline SIM card with the BeeChina tariff. More details
2. Apply to register for a virtual Chinese number through CMLink, you need to provide a photo of your foreign passport and record a video of yourself holding your foreign passport for at least 6 seconds. Your face and identification information must be clearly visible in the video. We recommend using a mobile device to access the webpage to simplify uploading your identification information.
1. You need to purchase a Beeline SIM card with the BeeChina tariff. More details
2. Apply to register for a virtual Chinese number through CMLink, you need to provide a photo of your foreign passport and record a video of yourself holding your foreign passport for at least 6 seconds. Your face and identification information must be clearly visible in the video. We recommend using a mobile device to access the webpage to simplify uploading your identification information.
How do I get a Chinese mobile SIM card?
You can obtain a free virtual Chinese number from China Mobile through CMLink to receive calls and SMS with forwarding to a Beeline number with the BeeChina tariff. A virtual number does not include a physical SIM card.
Is it possible to get a Chinese phone number online?
Yes, you can apply online for a virtual Chinese number from China Mobile through CMLink to receive forwarded calls and SMS to a Beeline number with the BeeChina tariff. A virtual number does not include a physical SIM card.
Chinese phone number for SMS?
You can apply for a free virtual Chinese number from China Mobile through CMLink to receive authorization SMS messages from Chinese applications on your Beeline number with the BeeChina tariff.
Are There Charges for Receiving Calls and Texts Through the Multi‑Number Service? How Is Billing Applied?
Receiving text messages: Free
Sending text messages to designated short codes: Free
Answering voice calls: Free
Sending text messages to designated short codes: Free
Answering voice calls: Free
What Are the Requirements for Applying the 1-Card-Multi‑Number Service to a Mainland China Mobile Number?
You must ensure that the China Mobile number being linked can normally send and receive text messages and make calls. Numbers that are suspended or in retention status cannot be linked. During the linkage period, please do not power on the original device; otherwise, the Voice Linkage and SMS Linkage services will automatically be interrupted and must be reactivated via the CMLink.
Can I Use This Service Without a Mainland China Mobile Number?
Yes. You may apply for a new China Mobile virtual number. A virtual number does not include a physical SIM card; it only provides a number that can be used to receive text messages, receive voice calls, and send designated short‑code text messages (for example, sending 999 to 12306 for account registration).
If I Return to China, How Do I Stop the 1-Card-Multi-Number service?
You may log in to the CMLink at any time to manage the Multi‑Number Service. You can independently control the forwarding of voice or SMS. Once the linkage is canceled, calls and text messages will no longer be forwarded to your Beeline number.
Why do I need a virtual Chinese number?
Registration in Chinese Appsr
Many Chinese apps and services (social networks / payment systems / e-commerce platforms) require linking to a local phone number — without it, neither login nor payment verification is possible.
Managing a Chinese-Made Car
Owners of cars from certain Chinese brands face the issue that without a Chinese number, it’s impossible to set up a master account and gain full access to all the vehicle’s features and functions.
Communication with Chinar
For those who need constant contact with partners in China, international calls can often be expensive. People need a solution where incoming calls and SMS can be received without international charges, outgoing calls to China cost a reasonable amount, and calls made by the Chinese party to Russia are charged as domestic.
Many Chinese apps and services (social networks / payment systems / e-commerce platforms) require linking to a local phone number — without it, neither login nor payment verification is possible.
Managing a Chinese-Made Car
Owners of cars from certain Chinese brands face the issue that without a Chinese number, it’s impossible to set up a master account and gain full access to all the vehicle’s features and functions.
Communication with Chinar
For those who need constant contact with partners in China, international calls can often be expensive. People need a solution where incoming calls and SMS can be received without international charges, outgoing calls to China cost a reasonable amount, and calls made by the Chinese party to Russia are charged as domestic.
Can I use a virtual number for SMS codes?
Yes, you can use a virtual Chinese number to log into Chinese apps and services, and you can receive SMS codes on your Beeline number by setting up call forwarding.
How long can I use the virtual number?
The virtual Chinese number is registered for six months and auto-renews if the Beeline SIM card is replenished on time and used actively.
Is it possible to keep the virtual number?
Yes, you can. The virtual Chinese number is registered for six months and auto-renews if the Beeline SIM card is replenished on time and used actively.
How to get access to Chinese apps?
Access to Chinese apps often requires a Chinese phone number. With a Beeline SIM card on the BeeChina tariff plan, you can get a free virtual Chinese number from China Mobile via CMLink to receive calls and SMS with forwarding to your Beeline number on the BeeChina tariff. The virtual number does not include a physical SIM card.
SMS for authorization in Chinese apps not coming through?
With a Beeline SIM card on the BeeChina tariff plan, you can get a free virtual Chinese number from China Mobile via CMLink to receive calls and SMS with forwarding to your Beeline number on the BeeChina tariff. The virtual number does not include a physical SIM card.
Can I get an authorization SMS for a master account of a Chinese car?
Yes, you can. Owners of some Chinese car brands face the issue that without a Chinese number, it is impossible to set up a master account and get full access to all the vehicle's capabilities and functions. With a Beeline SIM card on the BeeChina tariff plan, you can get a free virtual Chinese number from China Mobile via CMLink to receive calls and SMS with forwarding to your Beeline number on the BeeChina tariff. The virtual number does not include a physical SIM card.
