{"id":1316,"date":"2026-01-17T08:45:13","date_gmt":"2026-01-17T08:45:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/?p=1316"},"modified":"2026-02-09T17:24:05","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T17:24:05","slug":"smartphone-compatible-esim","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/en\/smartphone-compatible-esim\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I know if my smartphone is compatible with eSIM?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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You don't need to be a technology expert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news is that most recent phones are compatible. Let's take a look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 3 simple methods to check if your device is eSIM compatible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Method 1: The universal secret code (the fastest)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This trick works on the vast majority of smartphones, whether they run on Android or iOS: it allows you to check for the presence of the\u2019EID<\/strong> (Embedded Identity Document), the unique identification number of your internal eSIM. If this number is displayed, you've succeeded!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Open the phone app<\/strong> (the one you use to make calls).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Enter the code:<\/strong> *#06# (star, hash, zero, six, hash).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Press call<\/strong> (Depending on the phone, the screen often opens by itself).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Result :<\/strong> If a line or label named EID<\/strong> (Or Integrated ID<\/strong>) appears in the list (next to the IMEI), your phone is eSIM compatible<\/strong>. If only the IMEI or MEID is displayed, it is very likely that your model does not support this technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Method 2: Check directly in the Settings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    If you prefer to search in the classic menus, the presence of an eSIM add option is the ultimate proof of compatibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    On iPhone (iOS)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Go to Settings<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Press Cellular<\/strong> Or Cellular Data<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Look for the option Add a cell phone plan<\/strong> Or Add an eSIM<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. If this option is present, your iPhone is compatible. (Note: Compatibility starts from the...)\u2019iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR<\/strong> and is the standard on all subsequent series, such as the iPhone 15 or 16).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      On Android (Samsung, Pixel, etc.)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Given the variety of Android brands, the path may vary, but the idea remains the same:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Go to Settings<\/strong> Or Settings<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Press Connections<\/strong> (Or Network and Internet<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Select SIM card manager<\/strong> Or SIM cards<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. If you see the option Add a mobile plan<\/strong> Or Add an eSIM<\/strong>, If so, then your Android device is compatible. (Note: Google Pixel devices are compatible from the Pixel 3 onwards, and Samsung Galaxy devices from the S20 and Z Fold\/Flip series onwards.)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        Method 3: Consult the list of compatible models<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        If you simply want confirmation based on your model, here is a summary of the main brands:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Brand<\/strong><\/td>eSIM compatibility (initial)<\/strong><\/td>Important Notes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
        Apple (iPhone)<\/strong><\/td>Since the models XS, XS Max, XR<\/strong><\/td>All models launched after 2018 are compatible.<\/td><\/tr>
        Google (Pixel)<\/strong><\/td>Since the Pixel 3<\/strong><\/td>All of the following models are compatible (including the 'a' series).<\/td><\/tr>
        Samsung (Galaxy)<\/strong><\/td>Since the series Galaxy S20<\/strong><\/td>The S, Note, Z Flip and Z Fold series are compatible (except for regional exceptions).<\/td><\/tr>
        Others (Huawei, Xiaomi, etc.)<\/strong><\/td>Varies depending on the model<\/td>The eSIM is often reserved for models high-end<\/em> recent (P40, Mate 40 Pro, Xiaomi 12T Pro, etc.). Always check the EID!<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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        Attention travellers!<\/strong> Some models purchased in mainland China, Hong Kong, or Macau may not support eSIM. Additionally, iPhones sold in the United States (starting with the iPhone 14) no longer support physical SIM cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        The conclusion: a check is necessary.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        eSIM technology is the new standard, but it's still essential to check before signing up for a plan. Take a minute to dial *#06#: it's the safest way to ensure you're ready for digital connectivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        \ud83d\udca1 What's next?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Now that you know your phone is compatible, it's time to discover the freedom of eSIM!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        \ud83d\udc49 Ready to try it out? Discover our local eSIM plans for a simple and commitment-free first activation!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Pas besoin d’\u00eatre un expert en technologie. La bonne nouvelle, c’est que la plupart des t\u00e9l\u00e9phones r\u00e9cents sont compatibles. Voyons cela ensemble. Voici les 3 m\u00e9thodes simples, pour v\u00e9rifier si votre appareil est compatible eSIM. M\u00e9thode 1 : Le code secret universel (la plus rapide) Cette astuce fonctionne sur la grande majorit\u00e9 des smartphones, qu’ils […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1360,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1316","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-appareils"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1316","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1316"}],"version-history":[{"count":15,"href":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1316\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1734,"href":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1316\/revisions\/1734"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1360"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1316"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1316"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/esim-miio.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1316"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}