How to add & setup esim on Android Phones (Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy etc.)
With many modern Android smartphones—such as Samsung Galaxy S23, Google Pixel 7, OPPO Find X5, and Xiaomi 13—now supporting eSIM, using a travel eSIM has become one of the best options for staying connected while abroad. This guide will walk you through how to install and activate a travel eSIM on most Android phones that support eSIM functionality.
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🔧 What You’ll Need
- A valid eSIM QR code or activation information
- A stable Wi-Fi or mobile internet connection
- A compatible Android phone with eSIM support.
- ✅ Supported Devices:
- Google Pixel: Pixel 3 and later
- Samsung Galaxy: Galaxy S20/S21/S22/S23 series, Z Fold/Flip, Note 20+
- OPPO / OnePlus / Xiaomi / Huawei: Selected models only (check eSIM compatibility)
- Android version: Android 10 or newer (recommended)
- 💡 Note: eSIM support may vary by region, carrier, or model. Make sure your device is carrier-unlocked and eSIM-enabled.
📲 Install Travel eSIM
✅ Connect your phone to stable Wi-Fi or a good 4G / 5G network.
✅ Option 1: Scan QR Code (Most Common)
Go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs (or "Connections > SIM manager" on Samsung)
- Tap + Add mobile plan or Download SIM
- Choose Scan QR code and scan the eSIM code you received
- Wait for the download and activation to complete
- Label your eSIM (e.g., “Japan Travel”)
✅ Option 2: Enter Activation Info Manually
Go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs
- Tap Add SIM > Enter details manually
- Enter the SM-DP+ address and activation code provided
- Follow the prompts to install
🌍Use the Travel eSIM data on Arrival
- Go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs
- Choose the newly added eSIM
- Turn on Mobile Data for that eSIM
- Select the eSIM as your preferred data SIM
- Enable Data Roaming (most Travle eSIMs require this)
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