The 20-second check
- 1
Open settings
Go to your phone's cellular, mobile network, or SIM settings.
- 2
Look for add a plan
Search for an option to add an eSIM or a cellular or mobile plan.
- 3
If it is there, you are set
Seeing that option means your phone supports eSIM and is ready to add one.
Supported devices
Here is the quick reference for the major brands.
| Brand | Supported from | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iPhone | iPhone XS and XR (2018) and newer | Every model since, including SE 2020 and later. |
| Samsung Galaxy | Galaxy S20 and newer | Recent S, Z Fold, Z Flip, and many A models. |
| Google Pixel | Pixel 3 and newer | Pixel 3 through the latest Pixel. |
| iPad | Cellular iPad Pro, Air, and Mini (2018) and newer | Cellular models only. |
Reference list, updated September 2026. Always confirm in settings.
If your phone is not on the list
A few reasons a phone may not support eSIM: it is an older model, a budget model, or a regional variant sold in a market where eSIM is disabled. Some phones sold in mainland China and Hong Kong, for example, ship without eSIM.
Still not sure?
If the settings check does not show an eSIM option, your phone likely does not support one. In that case a physical travel SIM is the alternative.
Once you are ready
If your phone supports eSIM, you are two minutes from being online. Buy a plan, scan the QR, and connect. See the step-by-step install guides for iPhone, Android, Samsung, and Pixel.