How to activate an eSIM on iPhone?
Activating eSIM is a straightforward process that can be done immediately upon purchasing a new phone. You have the option to follow the on-screen instructions to set it up right away or contact your carrier for a quick transfer if you choose to do it later.
There are various methods to set up and activate your eSIM on an iPhone, with the QR code being the most common one. We will explore two approaches to set up your eSIM, bearing in mind that the process may differ based on your iPhone model and the current iOS version.
QR Code Method
- Go to settings, Mobile/Cellular data, Add eSIM, Use QR code.
- Scan the QR code.
- When the Cellular Plan Detection notification appears, tap Continue.
- Tap Done.
- Tap Continue
- Select which line you want to use as the default line, tap Continue.
- Choose the cellular line you want to use as primary line for iMessage, and tap in continue.
- Select the line you will use for mobile data.
- Tap Continue.
Manual Method
- Go to settings, Mobile/Cellular data, Add eSIM, Use QR code, Enter details manually.
- Then, you will need the SM-DP+ Address and the activation code for the eSIM.
- Write the SM-DP+ Address and the activation code.
- Tap Next
- When the Cellular Plan Detected notification appears, tap Continue.
- Tap Done.
- Tap Continue.
- Select which line you want to use as default line, tap Continue.
- Choose the line you want to use as primary line for iMessage, and tap Continue.
- Select the line you will use for mobile data.
- Tap Continue.
Prerequisites for an eSIM
The following are some of the requirements for using an eSIMon an iPhone.
- To use an eSIM, you need an iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone SE 2 (2020), iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone SE 3 (2022), iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Max, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max.
- A WiFi connection is required during setup process.
- You need a cellular carrier that supports eSIM technology.
- Keep updating your phone to ensure that you have the latest version installed.
