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eSIM & Internet
How Does an eSIM Work? Your Complete Guide
Getting online abroad has never been easier. Forget about expensive roaming charges and hunting for local SIM cards. An eSIM gets you connected in minutes. Here’s everything you need to know.
✅ First Things First: A Quick Compatibility Check
- 📱 Your phone must be eSIM-compatible. Most modern smartphones (iPhone XS and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer) support this technology.
- 🔓 Your phone must be carrier-unlocked (SIM-Free). If you bought your phone directly from the manufacturer and not on a restrictive carrier contract, it is likely unlocked.
Your Journey in 3 Simple Steps
Choose & Purchase
Select your destination and a data plan from the list above. Click "Buy Now" and complete your purchase on our partner's secure page. You will instantly receive an email with a QR code.
Install (At Home, via Wi-Fi)
Before you travel, scan the QR code in your phone's settings to install your eSIM.
(e.g., on iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM)
Use (Upon Arrival)
When you land, simply switch your mobile data to the new eSIM and turn on **Data Roaming**. Don't worry, with a prepaid eSIM, this will not result in extra charges!
Device-Specific Questions & FAQs
📱Using an iPhone (iPhone eSIM & Dual SIM)
Yes, it will work perfectly! If you have an iPhone XS, XR, or any newer model, you're ready to go. An eSIM allows your iPhone to have two active lines (Dual SIM). You can keep your primary number for calls/texts and use our eSIM just for affordable travel data.
📱Using a Samsung Phone (Samsung eSIM)
Yes, modern Samsung phones are fully compatible. This includes the Galaxy S-series (S20 and newer), Note20 series, and all Fold/Flip phones. Just go to Settings → Connections → SIM card manager → Add eSIM to scan your QR code.
🌍What is a Global eSIM?
A Global eSIM is the ultimate tool for multi-country trips. Instead of buying a new plan for each destination, you buy one single plan that works across dozens of countries, connecting automatically as you travel.
❓Will my primary phone number still work?
A: Yes! Your main SIM remains active for calls and texts.
❓When does the plan's validity start?
A: The validity period (e.g., 30 days) begins only when the eSIM first connects to a network at your destination, not when you buy it.


