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Install and activate your eSIM on iPhone

Install: Add your eSIM a few hours before your trip. Activate it during your flight or once you’ve arrived.

Install with QR Code: If you have the QR code on another device, simply scan it to set up.

Install Manually: If you can’t scan the QR code, enter the activation details manually.

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Select the device which you are going to complete the process on

Learn step by step

Select the type of installation you wish to perform

Before you begin installation with a QR code, there are a few important points to be aware of:

  • A strong internet connection
  • Ideally using a Wifi network or a good 4G connection
  • An eSIM compatible device

Activation guide for your eSIM

Open Settings Go to Mobile Data Add eSIM Scan the QR Code Confirm Activation Setup Complete
Open Settings

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Open Settings

Unlock your iPhone, go to the Home Screen, and tap Settings (the grey gear icon).

Go to Mobile Data

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Go to Mobile Data

In the Settings menu, scroll down and select Mobile Data (sometimes called Cellular on some iPhones).

Add eSIM

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Add eSIM

Tap Add Mobile Data Plan (or Add eSIM) to begin the setup.

Scan the QR Code

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Scan the QR Code

Position your iPhone’s camera over the QR code provided after your eSIM purchase. Wait a few seconds while it is recognised.

Confirm Activation

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Confirm Activation

A message will appear showing your eSIM details. Tap Continue and then Confirm to activate your plan.

Setup Complete

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Setup Complete

Once the activation is confirmed, you’ll see Cellular Setup Complete. Tap Done.

Before you begin manual installation, there are a few important points to be aware of:

  • Manual installation codes can only be used once.
  • Make sure you have a stable internet connection throughout the process.
  • Do not remove the eSIM from your device as you will not be able to use it again.

Manual installation guide for your eSIM

Accessing the Settings Open “Settings” on your iPhone Enter Details Manually Install your data plan
Accessing the Settings

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Accessing the Settings

Start by unlocking your Apple device and navigating to the home screen. Locate the "Settings" app, which is represented by a gear icon, and tap on it to open.

Open “Settings” on your iPhone

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Open “Settings” on your iPhone

Next, go to “Mobile Data ”, click on “Add eSIM” or “Add Data Plan” and select “Use QR Code”.

Enter Details Manually

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Enter Details Manually

Once you get to “Scan QR Code”, select “Enter Details Manually” and follow the steps displayed on your iPhone.

Install your data plan

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Install your data plan

Your iPhone will show you your new data plan.

Press“Continue”and wait for your plan to be installed (this can take a few minutes).

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Open “Settings” on your iPhone and select “Mobile Data”
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Select the eSimpli option in the list

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Scroll down until you find “Data Roaming” and turn it on.

How do you know your eSIM is active?

How do you know your eSIM is active?

You can check in two ways:

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Make sure there is at least one bar in the signal icon on your iPhone.

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Go to "Settings" on your iPhone, select "Mobile Data", click on the "eSimpli" option and check that "Data Roaming" is turned on.

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