How to Check if Your Device Supports eSIM

Before purchasing a Roambit eSIM plan, it's important to verify that your device supports eSIM technology. Here's how to check on different devices.

Important Requirements

Your device must meet all of these criteria:

1. eSIM-capable hardware - The device must have an embedded SIM chip
2. Carrier unlocked - Your phone must not be locked to a specific carrier
3. Not jailbroken/rooted - Modified devices may not support eSIM

Check on iPhone (iOS)

Method 1: Settings

1. Open Settings
2. Tap General → About
3. Scroll down and look for Available SIM or EID
4. If you see an EID number, your iPhone supports eSIM

Method 2: Dial a code

1. Open the Phone app
2. Dial *#06#
3. If an EID number appears alongside IMEI, your device supports eSIM

Compatible iPhones:

• iPhone XS, XS Max, XR (2018)
• iPhone 11 series (2019)
• iPhone SE 2nd & 3rd generation
• iPhone 12 series (2020)
• iPhone 13 series (2021)
• iPhone 14 series (2022)
• iPhone 15 series (2023) - US models are eSIM-only
• iPhone 16 series (2024)

Check on Samsung Galaxy

1. Open Settings
2. Go to Connections → SIM Manager
3. If you see Add eSIM option, your device is compatible

Compatible Samsung devices:

• Galaxy S20, S21, S22, S23, S24, S25 series
• Galaxy Z Flip & Z Fold (all generations)
• Galaxy Note 20 series
• Galaxy A54 5G, A55 5G

Check on Google Pixel

1. Open Settings
2. Tap Network & internet → SIMs
3. Look for Download a SIM instead or the + button

Compatible Pixel devices:

• Pixel 3, 3a and newer (all models)
• Pixel Fold, Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Check if Your Device is Carrier Unlocked

An eSIM won't work on a carrier-locked device. To check:

iPhone:

1. Go to Settings → General → About
2. Scroll to Carrier Lock
3. It should say No SIM restrictions

Android:

1. Insert a SIM from a different carrier
2. If you can make calls, your phone is unlocked
3. Or contact your carrier to confirm unlock status

Important: If your device is carrier-locked, contact your carrier to request an unlock before purchasing an eSIM plan.