eSIM for iPhone: supported models and setup

    Every iPhone from XR and XS onward supports eSIM, and US iPhone 14 models are eSIM-only. With Dual SIM you keep your own number for calls and use the eSIM for data abroad.

    iPhone XR/XS and newer Dual SIM 2-minute setup No physical SIM
    iPhone and Android phones that support eSIM technology
    Dial *#06# to check compatibility – an EID means eSIM is supported.
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    Check eSIM support

    Dial *#06# and look for an EID, or open Settings → General → About. The phone must not be carrier-locked.

    Scanning a QR code to install an eSIM profile on a smartphone
    The eSIM installs by scanning a QR code – no store visit needed.

    Adding the profile

    • Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → Use QR code
    • Label the line, e.g. "Travel"
    • Select the eSIM for mobile data
    • Enable Data Roaming on the eSIM line only

    Tips

    • Turn off "Allow Cellular Data Switching" so the iPhone cannot fall back to expensive roaming.
    • Keep iMessage and FaceTime on your main number.
    • Do not delete the profile while the plan is active.

    Frequently asked questions

    Does iPhone SE support eSIM?

    Yes, 2nd and 3rd generation SE models do.

    Can I move an eSIM to a new iPhone?

    Profiles are device-bound; a new profile is usually required.

    How many eSIMs can iPhone hold?

    Several stored profiles, typically two active at once.

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