An eSIM is a digital SIM card built into your device. It can be activated remotely via QR code, eliminating the need for a physical SIM card.
Look for an EID number in Settings → General → About (iPhone) or Settings → About Phone (Android). If you see an EID, your device supports eSIM.
iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → Use QR Code. Android: Settings → Network → SIM Manager → Add eSIM. Takes about 3 minutes on Wi-Fi.
Yes. Your home SIM stays active for calls and SMS. The travel eSIM handles data. Both work simultaneously.
Tourists: 5–10 GB. Remote workers: 20+ GB. Video calls use ~1 GB/hour. Monitor usage in device settings.
Pan-European plans cover all 27 EU member states. Verify your plan includes any non-EU countries if needed.
Most travel eSIM plans include hotspot/tethering. Verify before purchasing if this is important.
Yes. You need an internet connection to download the eSIM profile. Activate on home Wi-Fi before traveling.
Enable eSIM as active data line → toggle airplane mode → manual network selection → restart device → contact provider.
Almost always yes. Travel eSIM plans are typically 60–80% cheaper than standard international roaming charges.
No. Carrier-locked phones can only use eSIM from that carrier. Contact your carrier to request an unlock.
Most devices store 5–20 profiles, with one active at a time.
eSIM profiles are device-locked. Contact your provider to request a new profile for a new device.
Yes. Save your QR code to cloud storage before any factory reset.
Yes. eSIM works with 4G and 5G. 5G availability depends on your device and location.
Most travel eSIMs are data-only. Use VoIP apps (WhatsApp, FaceTime) for calls.
Connection stops or throttles. Most providers offer data top-ups via their app or website.
Yes. eSIM profiles are stored in a tamper-resistant secure element with end-to-end encrypted provisioning.
Many tablets support eSIM, including iPad Pro, iPad Air, and some Android tablets.
The EID is a unique identifier for your device's eSIM chip, used to verify eSIM compatibility.