Check Your Device
You need two things: eSIM hardware (EID present) and a carrier-unlocked device. Check both before buying any plan.
📱 iPhone
Settings → General → About → EID
Compatible: iPhone XS (2018) and later
🤖 Android
Settings → About Phone → EID
Compatible: Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+, and more
Choose a Plan
Select based on trip length and data needs:
| Trip | Data | Days | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekend | 3–5 GB | 7 | Maps, messaging |
| 1–2 weeks | 10–15 GB | 15–30 | Social, streaming |
| 1 month | 20–50 GB | 30 | Extended travel |
| Remote work | Unlimited* | 30 | Video calls, cloud |
*Unlimited plans throttle after 20–50 GB high-speed data
Install the eSIM
📱 iPhone
- 1.Settings → Cellular → Add Cellular Plan
- 2.Point camera at QR code
- 3.Tap Continue, label the plan
- 4.Set as Default Data Line
- 5.Enable Data Roaming
🤖 Android
- 1.Settings → Network → SIM Manager
- 2.Tap Add eSIM
- 3.Scan QR code
- 4.Confirm installation
- 5.Set as preferred data SIM
Activate in Europe
🔧 Troubleshooting
No service after activation
Toggle Airplane Mode off/on. Check Data Roaming is ON. Verify eSIM is default data. Wait 2–3 minutes for network registration.
QR code won't scan
Ensure good lighting. Hold camera 15–20cm away. Request manual activation code from provider as fallback.
Slow speeds
Check data threshold in provider app. Toggle eSIM off/on to reselect network. Move to better coverage area.
eSIM disappeared after factory reset
Factory reset deletes all eSIM profiles. Contact provider for new activation code. Your EID stays the same.