Device Compatibility 🤝
⚡ Fastest way to check for eSIM compatibility
📲 Dial: *#06#
✅ You should see an “EID” (Embedded Identity Document) number - this means your phone is eSIM compatible.
⚠️ If an EID is missing- it generally means your phone is NOT eSIM compatible
✨ Apple iPhone 11 and newer are eSIM compatible
🚫 iPhones sold in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao (with the exception of iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone SE 2020, and iPhone XS) do not support eSIM.
✨ Android ecosystem is variable for eSIM compatibility
⏬ Below is a detailed guide
Information Correct at 21-June-2025 - Subject to change and updates
Prerequisites for Using eSIM Devices
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| ✅ Check for Network Lock | Ensure your device is not locked to a specific network, which may happen with phones/tablets purchased through a network provider in your home country. Contact your home country network provider (e.g., Telstra, Optus, Vodafone) or check your settings to verify. |
| ✅ Verify eSIM Support | Confirm that your device supports eSIMs. ⏬Refer to the compatibility guide below to check if your device is compatible or your device's user guide. OR 🔗 These 3rd party YouTube guides. 📺 Apple (iOS) 🍎 or Android 🤖 |
By meeting these requirements, you’ll ensure your device works smoothly with eSIM technology! 👍
Table of Contents
APPLE
✅ iPhones with eSIM compatibility:
| Series | Models |
|---|---|
| iPhone 17 Series | iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max |
| iPhone 16 Series | iPhone 16e, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max |
| iPhone 15 Series | iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max |
| iPhone 14 Series | iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max |
| iPhone 13 Series | iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max |
| iPhone 12 Series | iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max |
| iPhone 11 Series | iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max |
| iPhone XS Series | iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR |
| iPhone SE | iPhone SE (2020), iPhone SE (2022) |
🚫 iPhones sold in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao (except iPhone 13 Mini, 12 Mini, SE 2020, and XS) do not support eSIM. 💡 On iPhone 13, 14, and 15 models, you can activate up to two eSIMs simultaneously. ⚠️ USA iPhone 14 and 15 models are eSIM-only and do not support physical SIM cards. Many US phones may be carrier locked (check settings or consult your local provider e.g. AT&T).
✅ Apple Watches (must be cellular model) with eSIM Capability:
| Series | Models |
|---|---|
| Apple Watch Series 3–10 | Apple Watch Series 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Apple Watch Ultra LTE | Apple Watch Ultra LTE, Apple Watch Ultra 2 |
✅ iPads with eSIM Capability:
| Model | iPad with eSIM Capability |
|---|---|
| iPad Pro 11″ (2020) | Model A2068 |
| iPad Pro 12.9″ (2020) | Model A2069 |
| iPad Air (2019) | Model A2123 |
| iPad (2019) | Model A2198 |
| iPad Mini (2019) | Model A2124 |
| iPad 10th Generation (2022) | iPad 10th Generation (2022) |
SAMSUNG
✅ Devices with eSIM compatibility:
| Samsung Galaxy Series | Models |
|---|---|
| Galaxy S20 Series* | Galaxy S20, S20+, S20+ 5G, S20 Ultra, S20 Ultra 5G (Excl. FE) |
| Galaxy S21 Series* | Galaxy S21, S21+ 5G, S21 Ultra 5G (Excl. FE) |
| Galaxy S22 Series* | Galaxy S22, S22+, S22 Ultra (Excl. FE) |
| Galaxy S23 Series* | Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra (Excl. FE) |
| Galaxy S24 Series | Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra (Excl. FE) |
| Galaxy S25 Series | Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra |
| Galaxy Note Series | Galaxy Note 20, Note 20 Ultra 5G |
| Galaxy Fold Series | Galaxy Fold, Z Fold2 5G, Z Fold3 5G, Z Fold4, Z Fold5 5G, Z Fold6 5G |
| Galaxy Z Flip Series | Z Flip, Z Flip3 5G, Z Flip4, Z Flip5 5G, Z Flip6 5G |
| Galaxy A Series* | A36 5G, A56 5G, A55 5G, XCover 7 |
⚠️ Samsung A Series, S20, S21, S22 and S23 – While generally eSIM capable, some users report issues with activation, connectivity, or reboot data loss. Firmware/hardware differences may cause inconsistencies.
🚫 Samsung Devices NOT Compatible with eSIM:
- 🚫 Galaxy S20 FE (4G/5G)
- 🚫 Galaxy S21 FE (4G/5G)
- 🚫 Galaxy S20/S21 (US versions)
- 🚫 Galaxy S23 FE (China/Hong Kong version)
- 🚫 Galaxy Z Flip 5G (US versions)
- 🚫 Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (US/Hong Kong versions)
- 🚫 Some South Korea models
- 🚫 Galaxy Z Fold2 (US/Hong Kong versions)
- 🚫 Galaxy A52 5G
- 🚫 Galaxy A20
GOOGLE PIXEL
✅ Devices with eSIM compatibility:
| Pixel Series | Models |
|---|---|
| Pixel 2 Series | Pixel 2 (Google Fi only), Pixel 2 XL |
| Pixel 3 Series | Pixel 3 (excl. Australia, Taiwan, Japan + US/Canada non-Fi), Pixel 3 XL |
| Pixel 3a Series | Pixel 3a (excl. Japan/Verizon), Pixel 3a XL |
| Pixel 4 Series | Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL |
| Pixel 5 Series | Pixel 5, Pixel 5a |
| Pixel 6 Series | Pixel 6, Pixel 6a, Pixel 6 Pro |
| Pixel 7 Series | Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro |
| Pixel 8 Series | Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro |
| Pixel Fold | Pixel Fold |
| Pixel 9 Series | Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL |
🚫 NOT Compatible with eSIM:
- 🚫 Pixel 3 (Australia, Taiwan, Japan)
- 🚫 Pixel 3a (South East Asia)
✅ Other Compatible Brands
⚠️ Note: This list is not exhaustive. Always check your device’s documentation to confirm eSIM compatibility.
| Brand | ✅ Models with eSIM Compatibility |
|---|---|
| Huawei | P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro, Pura 70 Pro |
| Motorola | Razr (2019, 2022, 5G, 40, 40 Ultra, +, 2024), Edge (2022, 2023, +2023, 40, 40 Pro, 40 Neo, 50 Pro, 50 Ultra, 50 Fusion), Moto G (Power 5G 2024, 52J 5G, 52J 5GⅡ, 53J 5G, G53, G54, G84, G34, G35, Stylus 5G 2024) |
| Microsoft | Surface Duo |
| Xiaomi | 12T Pro, 13/13 Lite/13 Pro, 13T Pro, 14/14 Pro, 14T/14T Pro, Redmi Note 13 Pro+, Note 14 Pro/14 Pro+ |
| Oppo | Find X3/X3 Pro, Find N2 Flip, Reno 5A, Reno 6 Pro 5G, Reno 9A, Find X5/X5 Pro, A55s 5G, Find N3, Find N3 Flip, Find X8/X8 Pro |
| Nuu Mobile | X5 |
| Sharp | AQUOS sense4 lite, sense6s, sense7/7+, Wis, Wish 2 SHG08, Wish3, zero 6, Simple Sumaho6, R7, R8/R8 Pro, sense 8 |
| Rakuten | Mini, Big-S, Big, Hand, Hand 5G |
| Honor | Magic 4 Pro, Magic 5 Pro, Magic 6 Pro, Honor 90, Honor X8, Honor 200 Pro, Magic V2, Magic V3 |
| Sony | Xperia 10 III Lite, 10 IV, 10V, 1 IV, 5 IV, 1 V, Ace III, 5 V, 1 VI |
| Other | Gemini PDA, Fairphone 4, DOOGEE V30, Oukitel WP30 Pro, OnePlus Open, OnePlus 11, OnePlus 12, HAMMER Blade 3, HAMMER Explorer PRO, HAMMER Blade 5G, Nokia XR21, Nokia X30, Nokia G60 5G, Vivo X90 Pro, Vivo V29 Lite 5G (eSIM supported only in Europe) |
⚠️Note: This list is not exhaustive. Check your device’s documentation to confirm eSIM compatibility, as some models may have variants not widely published.
Information Correct at 21-June-2025 - Subject to change and updates
