Does my phone support eSIM?

Two quick checks before you buy: your phone must support eSIM, and it must be carrier-unlocked.

The 10-second test

  1. Open your phone app and dial *#06#.
  2. If you see a line called EID (a 32-digit number), your phone supports eSIM.
  3. Only IMEI numbers, no EID? Your phone doesn't support eSIM.

Is it unlocked?

  • iPhone: Settings → General → About → Carrier Lock should say "No SIM restrictions".
  • Android: If you bought it from a carrier on contract, ask them. A SIM from another carrier working is a good sign.

Popular compatible devices

Apple iPhone

  • ✓ iPhone XR, XS, XS Max and newer
  • ✓ iPhone SE (2nd gen, 2020) and newer
  • ✓ iPhone 14 and newer (US models are eSIM-only)
  • ✓ iPad Pro / Air / mini with Cellular (2018+)

Samsung Galaxy

  • ✓ Galaxy S20 and newer (incl. FE, Plus, Ultra)
  • ✓ Galaxy Z Fold & Z Flip (all)
  • ✓ Galaxy A35, A54, A55 and newer A5x
  • ✓ Note 20 / Note 20 Ultra

Google Pixel

  • ✓ Pixel 3 and newer (Pixel 3a included)
  • ✓ Pixel Fold

Other Android

  • ✓ Motorola Razr (2019+), Edge 40+
  • ✓ OnePlus 11, 12, 13
  • ✓ Xiaomi 12T Pro, 13, 14 series
  • ✓ Sony Xperia 1 IV / 5 IV / 10 IV and newer
  • ✓ Huawei P40 / Mate 40 Pro
  • ✓ Oppo Find X3 Pro and newer

Some regional variants differ: phones sold in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau often lack eSIM; some carrier-branded Android models have eSIM disabled. The *#06# test is the reliable check.