eSIM Guide

Quick requirements, install steps, and a straight-up compatibility list.

Important

  • There are many devices that support eSIM.
  • To use a roaming eSIM, your device must be carrier-unlocked.
  • On devices with one physical SIM and one eSIM, keep your primary carrier on the physical SIM and install the roaming eSIM on the eSIM slot.
  • Have a strong Wi-Fi or 4G connection during install.

After purchase in ReloadPI

Open My Transactions for the order. You’ll see three install options:

  • Install on iOS (one-tap): On your iPhone, tap Install on iOS to launch the built-in eSIM installer with your SM-DP+ and activation code prefilled. Follow the prompts to finish.
  • Get QR code: Tap Get QR to display your eSIM QR. On iPhone Safari, you can long-press the QR and choose Add eSIM to scan and install directly.
  • Full LPA payload (copy-paste): We show the complete LPA string (e.g. LPA:1$<SM-DP+>$<ActivationCode>) so you can choose Enter Details Manually on iOS/Android and paste it in.

QR codes are often one-time use — don’t delete the profile after activation. Availability of these options can vary by device/region/firmware.

Requirements

  • Stable Wi-Fi or 4G connection
  • eSIM-compatible device (dial *#06# — if an EID shows, your device supports eSIM)
  • Device is not locked to a specific carrier

Check if your device is unlocked & supports eSIM

Apple iOS (iPhone/iPad)

  1. Settings → General → About
  2. Under Carrier Lock, look for “No SIM restrictions” (unlocked)
  3. Under Available SIM (iOS 15+) or Digital SIM (earlier), check for a 15-digit IMEI (eSIM support)

Android (general)

  1. Settings → Network & Internet (or Connections)
  2. Look for eSIM or Add eSIM options
  3. If not present, your model/region/firmware may not support eSIM

Install eSIM

Via QR Code (iOS/Android)

  1. Ensure strong Wi-Fi
  2. Open the eSIM menu (iOS: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM)
  3. Scan the QR code provided after purchase
  4. Follow on-screen prompts until the profile is active

Manual Install (SM-DP+ / Activation Code)

  • Choose “Enter Details Manually”
  • Enter SM-DP+ address and Activation Code provided with your order

Notes: QR codes are often one-time use. Don’t delete the eSIM after activation. Some devices limit active eSIMs by region/firmware. Most data eSIMs don’t include voice/SMS unless stated.

Compatibility List

Apple iOS

  • iPhone XR
  • iPhone XS
  • iPhone XS Max
  • iPhone 11
  • iPhone 11 Pro
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • 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 Plus
  • iPhone 14 Pro
  • iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • iPhone 15
  • iPhone 15 Plus
  • iPhone 15 Pro
  • iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • iPad Pro 11″ (A2068, since 2020)
  • iPad Pro 12.9″ (A2069, since 2020)
  • iPad Air (A2123, since 2019)
  • iPad (A2198, since 2019)
  • iPad Mini (A2124, since 2019)

* iPhone 13/14/15 can have two eSIMs activated at the same time.

* Mainland China iPhones and many Hong Kong/Macao models (except 13 mini, 12 mini, SE 2020, XS) do not support eSIM.

* In the USA, iPhone 14/14 Plus/14 Pro/14 Pro Max are eSIM-only (no physical SIM).

Android

Samsung (compatible)

  • Galaxy S20
  • Galaxy S20+
  • Galaxy S20 Ultra
  • Galaxy S21
  • Galaxy S21+
  • Galaxy S21 Ultra
  • Galaxy S22
  • Galaxy S22+
  • Galaxy S22 Ultra
  • Galaxy Note 20
  • Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G
  • Galaxy Fold
  • Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G
  • Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G
  • Galaxy Z Fold 4
  • Galaxy Z Flip
  • Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G
  • Galaxy Z Flip 4

Not compatible:

  • Galaxy S20 FE 4G/5G
  • Galaxy S20/S21 (US versions)
  • Galaxy Z Flip 5G (US versions)
  • Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (US and Hong Kong versions)
  • Galaxy Z Fold 2 (US and Hong Kong versions)

Google Pixel

  • Pixel 2*
  • Pixel 2 XL
  • Pixel 3*
  • Pixel 3 XL
  • Pixel 3a*
  • Pixel 4
  • Pixel 4a
  • Pixel 4 XL
  • Pixel 5
  • Pixel 5a
  • Pixel 6
  • Pixel 6a
  • Pixel 6 Pro
  • Pixel 7
  • Pixel 7 Pro

* Pixel 2: only phones bought with Google Fi service.

* Pixel 3: Australia/Japan/Taiwan models not compatible; US/CA carrier variants (except Sprint/Google Fi) may not support eSIM.

* Pixel 3a: South East Asia/Japan or Verizon variants may not support eSIM.

Huawei

  • P40
  • P40 Pro
  • Mate 40 Pro

Not compatible: P40 Pro+, P50 Pro

Oppo

  • Find X3 Pro
  • Reno 5A
  • Find X5
  • Find X5 Pro

Not compatible: Find X5 Lite

Motorola & Others

  • Motorola Razr 2019
  • Motorola Razr 5G
  • Gemini PDA
  • Rakuten Mini
  • Rakuten Big-S
  • Rakuten Big
  • Rakuten Hand
  • Rakuten Hand 5G
  • Sony Xperia 10 III Lite
  • Sony Xperia 10 IV
  • Sony Xperia 1 IV
  • Surface Pro X
  • Honor Magic 4 Pro
  • Fairphone 4
  • Sharp Aquos Sense 6S
  • Sharp Aquos Wish
  • Xiaomi 12T Pro
  • DOOGEE V30

Laptop & Notebook Devices

  • Microsoft Surface Pro X
  • Microsoft Surface Go 2
  • Microsoft Surface Pro LTE Advanced
  • Acer Swift 3
  • Acer Swift 7
  • Asus Mini Transformer
  • Asus NovaGo
  • Asus VivoBook Flip 14
  • HP Elitebook G5
  • HP Probook G5
  • HP Zbook G5
  • HP Spectre Folio 13
  • Lenovo Yoga C630
  • Lenovo Miix 630
  • Lenovo Yoga 520
  • Samsung Galaxy Book 2