How do I install and set up an eSIM on my iPhone?

Activating your eSIM after purchase is easy. Simply follow the steps to activate your eSIM and enable data roaming when you arrive at your destination. You can set up your eSIM using two methods: Quick Installation and Manual Setup. This article provides step-by-step instructions for installation and configuration of eSIM. Just follow the guide below to get started.

Installation and Configuration of eSIM on an iPhone

1. Before starting to install, make sure you have good internet connection, an eSIM compatible device and a device that is network unlocked.

2. You can choose to go for quick installation or manual installation as per your wish:

   • Steps for Quick installation: Open the camera on your device and scan the QR code. Then tap Mobile Plan.

• Steps for Manual installation: Go to your mobile device's Settings. Tap Cellular or Mobile. Tap Add eSIM. Then Select Enter Details Manually. Then enter SM-DP+ Address and Activation Code.

3. Follow the onscreen steps.

4. When the Activate eSIM screen appears, tap Continue. This can take up to 10 minutes. Once activated, tap Done.

5. Once installed, you will see your eSIM register on a network.

6. Now you need to configure your eSIM preferences.

7. First set your default line to Primary and tap Continue.

8. Next, set iMessage & FaceTime to Primary and tap Continue.

9. Finally, set Mobile Data to your new eSIM.

10. Then choose your preference for Mobile Data Switching mode. Make sure your turn the toggle on to allow Mobile Data Switching, then tap Done.

11. To be able to use your eSIM you also need to enable data roaming. Go to your device settings, then tap mobile or cellular data. Select the eSIM and the switch the Data Roaming toggle to on.

12. Your eSIM is now all set up and ready to go!