Learn what eSIM is and how to set it up on your iPhone.
What is eSIM on iPhone?
eSIM is a digital SIM card that meets industry standards, allowing you to activate a carrier’s cellular number and data plan without using a physical SIM card. On an iPhone, you can install eight or more eSIMs and use two phone numbers simultaneously.
The TenSIM store offers data plans for over 200 countries and regions worldwide, with a variety of packages to suit travelers.
The following is a detailed list of iPhone models that support eSIM, according to the latest data provided by TenSIM, and those that currently do not have eSIM functionality.
Check Apple Device Compatibility:
- iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max
- iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max
- 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 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
Apple Devices Without eSIM Functionality:
- iPhone models and ipad models from Mainland China
- iPhone models from Hong Kong and Macau (except iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone SE 2020, and iPhone XS).
How to Activate eSIM on iPhone?
- Use QR Code to Add eSIM
- On the iPhone's “Cellular Plans” screen, tap “Use QR Code,” then follow the on-screen instructions to scan the QR code provided by the carrier to activate the eSIM.
- Manually Add eSIM
- On your iPhone, go to Settings > Cellular > Add Cellular Plan > Enter Details. Follow the on-screen prompts to manually enter the details provided by your carrier, such as ICCID, activation code, etc., to complete the eSIM setup.
For further questions, visit the FAQs page on the TenSIM official website.
For other mobile devices, refer to the list of supported eSIM-enabled devices.
