Most devices from 2018+ support eSIM — but some regions & carriers may differ
eSIM availability can depend on the exact model number, region (US/EU/JP), and whether the phone is carrier-locked. Follow the quick checks below to confirm before buying.
How activation works:
- Choose your destination plan
- Checkout and receive QR / details
- Install eSIM (QR / manual)
- Activate data when you arrive
eSIM Compatible Devices
Check if your device supports eSIM before purchasing a plan from esimss.com. Compatibility may vary by region, carrier, and exact model number.
Dial *#06# — if you see EID, your device is eSIM compatible.
Install eSIM on stable Wi-Fi. You can install at home and activate data later when you arrive.
Quick checks & setup steps for every device
Use the universal quick check first. Then follow the device-specific steps below. If your exact model isn’t listed, search by model number or check for EID.
- Open Settings
- Search for eSIM or SIM Manager
- Look for Add eSIM / Add mobile plan
- eSIM-compatible device
- Unlocked phone (recommended)
- Stable Wi-Fi for installation
- Settings → Cellular / Mobile Data
- Tap Add eSIM / Add Cellular Plan
- Scan QR or enter details manually
Tip: Some region-specific models may differ (carrier/region restrictions).
- Settings → Connections (or Network & Internet)
- Open SIM Manager / SIMs
- Choose Add eSIM / Download a SIM
If you don’t see the option: update OS, confirm model region, or check *#06# for EID.
- Settings → Mobile Data
- Tap Add a New Plan
- Scan QR / enter details
Note: Must be a Wi-Fi + Cellular model.
- Confirm it’s an LTE/Cellular edition
- Open Watch app → Cellular / Mobile
- Look for Add mobile plan
Watches may not support travel eSIM in every country/provider scenario.
- Settings → Network & Internet
- Open Cellular
- Manage eSIM profiles (if available)
Look for WWAN/LTE/eSIM in device specs (often business models).
Search your model
This list is intentionally broad. eSIM availability can still vary by carrier and region. When in doubt: check for EID (*#06#) or contact support.
- iPhone XR
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd gen)
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (3rd gen)
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15 / Plus / Pro / Pro Max
- iPhone 16 / Plus / Pro / Pro Max
Some region-specific iPhone models may differ. Always verify in Settings or via EID.
- iPad Pro (2018+ Cellular models)
- iPad Air (2019+ Cellular models)
- iPad mini (2019+ Cellular models)
- iPad (2019+ Cellular models)
- Apple Watch Series 3 (Cellular) and newer
- Apple Watch SE (Cellular)
- Apple Watch Ultra / Ultra 2
Watches often require carrier activation; travel eSIM behavior varies by carrier/country.
- Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra
- Galaxy S21 / S21+ / S21 Ultra
- Galaxy S21 FE (selected regions)
- Galaxy S22 / S22+ / S22 Ultra
- Galaxy S23 / S23+ / S23 Ultra
- Galaxy S23 FE (selected regions)
- Galaxy S24 / S24+ / S24 Ultra
- Galaxy Note 20 / Note 20 Ultra (selected)
- Galaxy Z Flip / Flip 3 / Flip 4 / Flip 5 / Flip 6
- Galaxy Z Fold 2 / Fold 3 / Fold 4 / Fold 5 / Fold 6
- Galaxy Watch (LTE models)
- Galaxy Book / LTE business models (selected)
Many A-series devices support eSIM only in selected regions/carriers.
- Settings → Connections
- SIM manager → look for Add eSIM
- Or search Settings for “eSIM”
- Optional: dial *#06# → check for EID
If “Add eSIM” is missing, the device may be carrier-locked or the region firmware may not enable eSIM.
- Pixel 3 / 3 XL
- Pixel 3a / 3a XL
- Pixel 4 / 4 XL
- Pixel 4a
- Pixel 5 / 5a
- Pixel 6 / 6 Pro / 6a
- Pixel 7 / 7 Pro / 7a
- Pixel 8 / 8 Pro / 8a
- Pixel 9 / 9 Pro (if applicable)
- Pixel Fold (selected regions)
Availability may vary by country/carrier. Always verify in Settings.
- Settings → Network & Internet
- SIMs → + / Add eSIM
- Choose Download a SIM / scan QR
If it’s not there, your variant may be restricted by region or carrier.
- Motorola Razr (2019) / Razr 5G
- Razr 2022 / Razr 40 / Razr 40 Ultra
- Razr+ (2023/2024 – selected)
- Motorola Edge series (selected models)
- Moto G series (selected new models, region dependent)
- Huawei P40 / P40 Pro (selected)
- Huawei Mate 40 Pro (selected)
- Other Huawei models (rare; confirm in Settings)
- HONOR Magic4 Pro
- HONOR Magic5 Pro
- HONOR Magic6 Pro
- HONOR Magic V2 / V3 (selected)
- OnePlus 11 (selected regions)
- OnePlus 12 / 12R (selected regions)
- OnePlus Open (selected regions)
- Xiaomi 13 / 13 Pro / 13T / 13T Pro (selected)
- Xiaomi 14 / 14 Pro / 14 Ultra (selected)
- Other Xiaomi flagship models (check EID)
- OPPO Find X3 Pro / Find X5 Pro (selected)
- OPPO Find N2 Flip / Find N3 (selected)
- Other OPPO flagships (check Settings)
- Xperia 1 IV / 1 V (selected)
- Xperia 5 IV / 5 V (selected)
- Xperia 10 V (selected)
“Selected / region dependent” = availability differs by model number, firmware and carrier policy.
- Open Settings → search for eSIM / SIM Manager
- Look for Add eSIM / Add mobile plan
- Dial *#06# → if EID is present, eSIM is supported
- Update OS and carrier services
- Confirm the device is unlocked
- Check the exact model variant (US/EU/JP)
- Microsoft Surface Pro X
- Surface Pro 9 5G (selected)
- Surface Go LTE (selected)
- Lenovo ThinkPad (WWAN/LTE variants – selected)
- HP Elite/Dragonfly (LTE variants – selected)
- Dell Latitude (LTE/WWAN variants – selected)
Business devices with WWAN/LTE options are the most likely to support eSIM.
- Open Settings
- Network & Internet → Cellular
- Look for Manage eSIM profiles / Add a profile
If you don’t see Cellular: the device likely has no WWAN modem, or drivers/firmware disable it.
Pick your destination and activate in minutes
Choose a plan, receive your QR code, install on Wi-Fi, and enable data when you arrive.
Find what you want to know
Unlocked devices are recommended. Some carrier-locked phones block adding eSIM profiles or restrict which providers can be used.
Yes, most devices support Dual SIM (eSIM + physical SIM). Exact behavior depends on your device and carrier settings.
Yes. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip, then enable the eSIM plan when you’re ready to use data.
Most commonly: carrier lock, region-specific firmware limitations, or an OS version that needs updating. Check EID via *#06# or contact support with your exact model number.
