Which iPhones support eSIM?
Every iPhone since the XS and XR (2018) supports eSIM. The exceptions are models sold in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao, which use two physical SIMs instead.
Check in Settings
Open Settings → Cellular. If you see Add eSIM, your iPhone is ready.
An EID number
The ID of your phone's built-in SIM. Dial *#06# to show it.
Carrier-unlocked
A carrier-locked phone can't take eSIMs from other networks.
Every iPhone model on our list (36)
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- 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 generation)
- iPhone 14
- iPhone 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro
- iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15
- iPhone 15 Plus
- iPhone 15 Pro
- iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 16
- iPhone 16 Plus
- iPhone 16 Pro
- iPhone 16 Pro Max
- iPhone 16e
- iPhone 17
- iPhone Air
- iPhone 17 Pro
- iPhone 17 Pro Max
- iPhone 17e
- iPhone 18 Pro
- iPhone 18 Pro Max
iPad models with eSIM (27)
- iPad (7th generation)
- iPad (8th generation)
- iPad (9th generation)
- iPad (10th generation)
- iPad (A16)
- iPad mini (5th generation)
- iPad mini (6th generation)
- iPad mini (A17 Pro)
- iPad Air (3rd generation)
- iPad Air (4th generation)
- iPad Air (5th generation)
- iPad Air 11-inch (M2)
- iPad Air 13-inch (M2)
- iPad Air 11-inch (M3)
- iPad Air 13-inch (M3)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)
- iPad Pro 13-inch (M4)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (M5)
- iPad Pro 13-inch (M5)
Support can depend on the region and carrier your phone was sold in. Dialing *#06# and seeing an EID settles it.
Frequently asked questions
Which iPhones support eSIM?
Every iPhone since the XS and XR (2018) supports eSIM. The exceptions are models sold in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao, which use two physical SIMs instead.
Does my phone need to be unlocked?
Yes. A phone locked to a carrier only takes that carrier's eSIMs. Ask your carrier to unlock it before you travel; it's usually free once your contract is paid off.
Can I use a travel eSIM on my iPhone?
Yes, if it's on the list above and carrier-unlocked. Your main SIM stays in place for calls and texts while the travel eSIM handles data.