Is my phone eSIM compatible? Check in 1 minute
Two conditions: the model must have eSIM and be unlocked from the carrier. Here is the 1-minute check, and the list by brand.
The universal test (more reliable than any list)
- iPhone: Settings → General → About. If the "eSIM" section appears, it is compatible. Shortcut: in Settings → Cellular, is there "Add eSIM"?
- Android: Settings → Connections/Network → SIM manager. If it offers "Add eSIM" or "Download SIM", it is compatible. Shortcut: dial *#06# — if an EID appears, the device has eSIM.
List by brand (models with eSIM)
| Brand | From |
|---|
| iPhone | XR / XS (2018) onward — every model since |
| Samsung | Galaxy S20, Note 20, Z Flip/Fold onward; A series only selected recent models (A54/A55 depending on country) |
| Google Pixel | Pixel 3 onward |
| Motorola | Razr (2019+), Edge 30/40/50, G84 and several recent G/E models depending on market |
| Xiaomi | Xiaomi 12T/13/14 onward and some Redmi Note 13+ depending on version |
| Honor / Huawei | Selected models (P40, Magic 4+); verify with *#06# |
⚠️ Important: the same model can ship with or without eSIM depending on the country of sale (common with Xiaomi and Samsung A). The EID test rules.
Compatible? Then all that's left is the plan: simulate your price for your travel dates.
See my price →Frequently asked questions
How do I know for sure my phone has eSIM?
Dial *#06#: if an EID code appears, it has eSIM. It is the most reliable test because the same model varies by country of sale.
Does any iPhone have eSIM?
From the XR/XS (2018) onward, yes. The historical exception is mainland-China iPhones, which in several models ship without eSIM.
What if my phone has no eSIM?
Your options are a local physical SIM at the destination or a pocket Wi-Fi. Or use the eSIM on your travel partner's phone and share via hotspot.
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