Last updated: January 2026
Last updated: January 2026
Smartphone support for eSIM is widespread and growing. Below is a guide to device compatibility, along with simple steps to check regional support through your device before purchase.
Smartphone support for eSIM is widespread and growing. Below is a guide to device compatibility, along with simple steps to check regional support through your device before purchase.
Open your phone’s Settings and look for options such as “Add eSIM”, “Add Mobile Plan” or “Download SIM”. The exact wording may vary depending on your device.
If you see an eSIM option, your device is compatible > you’re ready to use an eSIM.
On some Android devices, the eSIM setting may be under Connections > SIM card manager or Network & internet > Mobile network.
Open your phone’s Settings and look for options such as “Add eSIM”, “Add Mobile Plan” or “Download SIM”. The exact wording may vary depending on your device.
If you see an eSIM option, your device is compatible > you’re ready to use an eSIM.
On some Android devices, the eSIM setting may be under Connections > SIM card manager or Network & internet > Mobile network.
Apple iPhone
iPhone models with cellular capability from iPhone XS and newer support eSIM. Check your device to confirm regional compatibility
Apple iPhone
iPhone models with cellular capability from iPhone XS and newer support eSIM. Check your device to confirm regional compatibility
Apple iPad
iPad models with cellular, including iPad Pro, iPad Air, and iPad mini, support eSIM. Availability depends on your region and device configuration
Apple iPad
iPad models with cellular, including iPad Pro, iPad Air, and iPad mini, support eSIM. Availability depends on your region and device configuration
Samsung
Selected Samsung Galaxy devices, including the S, Z, and Note series, and some A‑series models such as the Galaxy A56, support eSIM. eSIM availability can vary by region and model, so check your device for confirmation
Samsung
Selected Samsung Galaxy devices, including the S, Z, and Note series, and some A‑series models such as the Galaxy A56, support eSIM. eSIM availability can vary by region and model, so check your device for confirmation
Google Pixel
Recent Google Pixel smartphones, starting with Pixel 3 and newer, support eSIM. Availability depends on region and model
Google Pixel
Recent Google Pixel smartphones, starting with Pixel 3 and newer, support eSIM. Availability depends on region and model
Other Android devices
Many popular Android smartphones from brands like Huawei, Oppo, Sony, Xiaomi, Motorola, and OnePlus support eSIM, depending on network and region
Other Android devices
Many popular Android smartphones from brands like Huawei, Oppo, Sony, Xiaomi, Motorola, and OnePlus support eSIM, depending on network and region
Device requirements
To use an eSIM, your device must:
1. Support eSIM technology
2. Be unlocked (not carrier-locked)
3. Not be rooted or jailbroken
Some regional models may not support eSIM. Check your device to confirm compatibility
We update this list regularly, but it does not include every device
Device requirements
To use an eSIM, your device must:
1. Support eSIM technology
2. Be unlocked (not carrier-locked)
3. Not be rooted or jailbroken
Some regional models may not support eSIM. Check your device to confirm compatibility
We update this list regularly, but it does not include every device
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