Set up your eSIM
Install it at home on Wi-Fi, then switch it on when you land. Pick your phone below; it takes about five minutes.
Step by step
- Stay on Wi-Fi
- Install before your trip
- Each code installs once
- 1
Open the eSIM settings
Go to Settings › Mobile Service (or Cellular) and tap Add eSIM.
- 2
Scan or paste
Choose Use QR Code and scan it, or tap Enter Details Manually and paste both codes.
- 3
Name the line
Call it “Travel” so it's easy to spot. Keep your usual line for calls and texts.
- 4
Switch on when you land
Turn the travel line on, use it for mobile data and turn on Data Roaming for it.
- 1
Open the SIM settings
Go to Settings › Network & internet (or Connections) › SIMs and add an eSIM. Names vary by brand.
- 2
Scan or paste
Scan the QR code, or look for an option to enter the code manually and paste both codes.
- 3
Name the line
Call it “Travel” so it's easy to spot. Keep your usual SIM for calls and texts.
- 4
Switch on when you land
Turn the travel eSIM on, set it as the mobile data SIM and turn on roaming for it.
Troubleshooting
The QR code won't scan
My phone says the code is no longer valid
It's installed but there's no internet
I can't find the option to add an eSIM
Don't delete your eSIM
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