How do I check if my device is eSIM compatible?

eSIM compatibility depends on your device model. Follow the steps below to confirm compatibility.

• For iPhone users
• For Android users
• List of eSIM-Compatible Devices

iOS Devices that Support eSIM

Requirements:

• Device must be carrier-unlocked
• Must not be purchased in Mainland China, Hong Kong, or Macao
• Must be eSIM-compatible

How to Check If Your iPhone is Unlocked:

1. Go to Settings
2. Tap General → About
3. Look for Carrier Lock
4. If it says "No SIM restrictions," your device is unlocked

IMPORTANT NOTE

If your iPhone was purchased in Mainland China, the eSIM feature may NOT work even if you see the “Add eSIM” option in your settings.

This is due to regional restrictions that block eSIM usage. Models from Hong Kong and Macao typically have dual physical SIMs only (no eSIM).

How to check your iOS device is not purchased in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao:

1. Go to Settings
2. Tap General → About
3. Tap Mobile Number — it will switch to a format starting with “A”
4. Note this number, then visit Apple’s official page to identify the region your model was intended for:

How to check if your iOS device is eSIM compatible

1. Go to Settings → Tap Cellular (or Mobile Data, depending on your region)
2. Look for the option to “Add eSIM”.
3. If this option appears, your iPhone likely supports eSIM.

Android Devices that Support eSIM

Requirements:

• Device must be carrier-unlocked
• Must be eSIM-compatible

How to Check If Your Android Device is Unlocked:

1. Go to Settings → Connections → Mobile Network → Network Operators
2. If you see a list of networks, your device is likely unlocked

IMPORTANT NOTE

Android phone interfaces may vary depending on the brand and model. If you’re having trouble finding a specific setting (e.g., how to check your IMEI), try using the search function within your phone’s settings or look up instructions specific to your device online.

How to Check eSIM Compatibility:

1. Go to Settings → Connections / Network & Internet
2. Tap SIM Manager / SIM Cards / Mobile Network
3. Look for Add eSIM
4. If available, your device supports eSIM

List of eSIM-Compatible Devices

Apple

• iPhone 16 / Pro / Pro Max
• iPhone 15 / Pro / Pro Max
• iPhone 14 / Pro / Pro Max
• iPhone 13 / Pro / Pro Max / Mini
• iPhone 12 / Pro / Pro Max / Mini
• iPhone 11 / Pro / Pro Max
• iPhone XS / XS Max
• iPhone XR
• iPhone SE (2020 / 2022)
• iPad Air (3rd & 4th Generation)
• iPad Pro 11-inch (1st / 2nd / 3rd Generation)
• iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd / 4th / 5th Generation)
• iPad (7th / 8th / 9th Generation)
• iPad Mini (5th / 6th Generation)

Note:

eSIM is not supported on iPhones purchased in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao—except for iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone SE (2nd generation), and iPhone XS from Hong Kong/Macao, which do support eSIM.

Google Pixel

• Google Pixel 9 Series
• Google Pixel 8 / 8 Pro
• Google Pixel 7 / 7 Pro
• Google Pixel 6 / 6a / 6 Pro
• Google Pixel 5 / 5a
• Google Pixel 4 / 4 XL
• Google Pixel 3 / 3 XL
• Pixel Fold

Note:

Pixel 3 models purchased in Australia, Taiwan, or Japan are not eSIM compatible.

Pixel 3a from South East Asia or Verizon is also not eSIM compatible.

Pixel 3 from other US/Canadian carriers (except Sprint & Google Fi) do not support eSIM.

Only Pixel 2 models from Google Fi support eSIM.

Samsung

• Samsung Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy S21 / S21+ / S21 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy S22 / S22+ / S22 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy S23 / S23+ / S23 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy S24 / S24+ / S24 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy S25 / S25+ / S25 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip / Z Flip 3 / Z Flip 4 / Z Flip 5
• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold / Z Fold 2 / Z Fold 3 / Z Fold 4 / Z Fold 5
• Samsung Galaxy Note 20 / Note 20 Ultra

HAMMER

• HAMMER Explorer Pro
• HAMMER Blade 3
• HAMMER Blade 5G
• myPhone NOW eSIM

Huawei

• Huawei P40
• Huawei P40 Pro
• Huawei Mate 40 Pro

Note:

Huawei P40 Pro+ does not support eSIM.

Chinese versions of supported Huawei phones do not include eSIM functionality.

Motorola

• Motorola Razr+ / Razr (2025) / Razr+ (2025) / Razr Ultra (2025)
• Motorola G52J 5G Ⅱ
• Motorola G53J 5G
• Motorola Moto G (2025)
• Motorola Moto G34
• Motorola Moto G35
• Motorola Moto G53
• Motorola Moto G54 / G54 Power
• Motorola Moto G55
• Motorola Moto G75
• Motorola Moto G85
• Motorola Moto G86
• Motorola Moto G (2024) / G Power (2024)
• Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G
• Motorola Edge Fusion
• Motorola Edge 60 / 60 Pro / 60 Fusion / 60 Stylus
• Motorola Edge 50 / 50 Fusion / 50 Pro / 50 Neo / 50 Ultra
• Motorola Edge 40 / 40 Neo / 40 Pro
• Motorola Edge+ / Edge+ (2023)
• Motorola Edge (2022) / Edge (2023) / Edge (2024)
• Motorola Razr 40 / 40 Ultra
• Motorola Razr 50 / 50 Ultra
• Motorola Razr 60
• Motorola Razr 2024 / Razr+ 2024
• Motorola Razr 2022
• Motorola ThinkPhone 25
• Motorola Razr 2019
• Motorola Razr 5G

Updated on: 07/28/2025