Follow the steps for iPhone or Android to get started quickly and easily.
Watch the video for a complete Data eSIM setup guide
How To Install eSIM Data
Scan the QR code by printing it out or displaying the code on another device to install your eSIM,
Make sure your device has a stable internet connection before installing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The quickest way to check if your device supports eSIM is through your phone’s settings:
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For iPhone:
- Go to Settings > Cellular > Add Cellular Plan.
- If you see an option to “Add Cellular Plan,” your device likely supports eSIM.
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For Android:
- Go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs or Mobile Network.
- If you see an option like “Add eSIM” or “Download a SIM,” your device likely supports eSIM.
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Alternative method:
- Dial *#06# on your phone.
- If your device supports eSIM, you’ll see its unique eSIM identification number (EID) displayed.
Here’s how to switch between a physical SIM and an eSIM:
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On iPhone:
- Go to Settings > Cellular (or Mobile Data).
- Under Cellular Plans, you’ll see both your physical SIM and eSIM profiles. Each will have labels like “Primary” and “Secondary” or custom labels if you’ve set them.
- Tap on the line you want to manage and choose Turn On This Line if you want to use it for calls or data.
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To set which SIM to use for Cellular Data:
- Tap Cellular Data.
- Select either your physical SIM or eSIM.
- To assign your preferred line for voice calls:
- Tap Default Voice Line.
- Select the SIM you want to use.
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On Android (Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, etc.):
- Go to Settings > Network & Internet (or Connections) > SIMs or SIM Card Manager.
- You’ll see your physical SIM and eSIM profiles listed.
- Tap on each SIM to enable or disable it.
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To set which SIM to use for Mobile Data:
- Look for a setting like Preferred SIM for data or Data SIM.
- Select your preferred SIM.
- Similarly, for calls and messages.
- Look for options like Preferred SIM for calls or Call Preferences.
- Choose the SIM you want.
- Your device is compatible with eSIM.
- You’re connected to the internet.
- Ensure your device is eSIM compatible.
- Ensure your device software is up-to-date.
- Double-check your internet connection.
- Restart your device.
- Go to Settings > Mobile Data.
- Select your eSIM profile.
- Disable Automatic Network Selection.
- Open Numero -> My Products -> My eSIMs-> Select your data plan to check its duration.
- Check your camera: Make sure your device's camera lens is clean and free from any obstructions. Ensure that the camera is focusing properly on the QR code.
- Lighting: Make sure the QR code is well-lit. Avoid strong glare or shadows that could make it difficult for the camera to read the code.
- Alignment: Hold the device steady and make sure the QR code is fully inside the camera's viewfinder. Some devices may require you to keep the QR code centered.
- Restart your device: Sometimes, restarting your phone can resolve any minor issues with scanning.
- Make sure you have followed the installation guide instructions correctly.
- Check if your location has proper data coverage.
- Restart your device if necessary.
- Take a screenshot of the QR code or save it to your phone’s gallery.
- During the eSIM activation process, select the “Scan from Gallery” option (availability depends on your phone's model and software version).
- Navigate to your gallery and choose the saved QR code image
- Open your device's Settings.
- Navigate to Cellular or Mobile Data.
- Locate the active eSIM profile and toggle it off or set your home SIM as the primary data source.
- Ensure your home SIM is active by selecting it under the Default Voice Line or Default Data Line settings, depending on your phone's model and software version.
- Open your device's Settings.
- Navigate to Mobile/Cellular Settings (the name might vary depending on your device and operating system).
- Tap on the eSIM profile you want to remove.
- Select Remove Cellular Plan or Delete eSIM Profile (this option may vary based on the phone's model or software version).
- Confirm the action.
- Old device model/brand.
- New device model/brand
- EID of the new device (found under Settings -> General -> About).