How To Activate a eSim on iPhone

How To Activate a eSim on iPhone

What is eSim?

An eSIM is a form of SIM card that is embedded directly into a device. Instead of an integrated circuit located on a removable SIM card, typically made of PVC, an eSIM consists of software installed onto an eUICC chip permanently attached to a device.

How To Activate a eSim on iPhone

  1. On your iPhone, go to Settings > Cellular.
  2. Tap Convert to eSIM. If you don’t see Convert to eSIM, your carrier doesn’t support this option.
  3. Tap Convert Cellular Plan.
  4. Tap Convert to eSIM.
  5. Wait for your eSIM to activate.
  6. Remove the physical SIM from your iPhone.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I manually activate eSIM on my iPhone?

On your iPhone, go to Settings > Mobile Data. Tap Convert to eSIM. If you can’t see Convert to eSIM, your network provider doesn’t support this option. Contact your network provider to move your phone number from your physical SIM to an eSIM using eSIM Carrier Activation or by scanning a QR code.

How can I enable eSIM?

Steps

  1. Turn on your device and connect to a stable internet network.
  2. Check you have the latest version of My Optus app installed.
  3. Go to My Optus app → tap into the Account tab → SIM Management → Transfer or Restore eSIM.
  4. Follow the prompts to complete the process.

How do I know if my iPhone eSIM is activated?

For iOS

  1. Launch the “Settings” app on your iPhone or iPad.
  2. Scroll down and tap the “Cellular” or “Mobile Data” option.
  3. Check under the SIMs section and make sure the eSIM is listed.
  4. If you can’t see it, then it is not activated yet.

Can I activate eSIM without QR code?

If you cannot scan the provided QR-code, you can install the eSIM by entering the eSIM installation details manually if you have an Android device. For iOS devices, you can select the Direct method for installing the eSIM on the same device or the manual method.

Why can’t I activate my eSIM on my iPhone?

Because the “Unable to Activate eSIM” is appearing during the combined installation/activation flow, it usually means your device is unable to INSTALL your eSIM. This is often because you don’t have a stable internet connection to download and install your eSIM (digital SIM card).

Why i can t activate eSIM?

Because the “Unable to Activate eSIM” is appearing during the combined installation/activation flow, it usually means your device is unable to INSTALL your eSIM. This is often because you don’t have a stable internet connection to download and install your eSIM (digital SIM card).

How long does it take for eSIM to activate?

Step 7. The eSIM push for activating a new number can take a few minutes to process. Activations are usually complete in less than 30 minutes.

How do I reactivate my eSIM after resetting my iPhone?

If your eSIM card has been deleted, you must contact your carrier and have them send you a new QR code that you can scan in order to activate your eSIM again. Some Carriers offer to see the QR code on your personal page, on their Carrier website.

How long does eSIM take to activate iPhone?

Step 7. The eSIM push for activating a new number can take a few minutes to process. Activations are usually complete in less than 30 minutes.

Which iphones have eSIM?

If you purchased an iPhone 14 model or later in the United States, your iPhone activates with an eSIM.