Open Settings
Go to Cellular or Mobile Data and choose Add eSIM.
Practical travel tool
How to install an eSIM
Set up your travel line before departure and keep your primary SIM under control.
Editorially reviewed2026
Practical travel tool4
Practical travel tool
Installation steps
Set up your travel line before departure and keep your primary SIM under control.
Scan the code
Use the provider QR code or enter the activation details manually.
Label the line
Name it Travel so it is easy to distinguish from your primary SIM.
Activate on arrival
Turn on the travel line and data roaming only when the plan requires it.
Check before buying
- Confirm the local network and exact coverage for your destination.
- Check hotspot limits, activation timing, and data expiry rules.
- Read refund terms before installing or activating the eSIM.
What works well
- Straightforward app-led setup and account management.
- Broad destination choice for single-country and regional trips.
- A useful alternative when comparing price, validity, and data size.
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