How to set up eSIM on your Android Device
Updated
by Supriti
Setting up your eSIM on Android Devices
What you’ll need:
- An unlocked Android device that is eSIM compatible
- The eSIM QR code sent to your email opened on another device or screenshot saved in your photo gallery
- Stable Wi-Fi or Data connection
If the QR is not showing on the email app, jump on a web browser and use 'website view' to view the QR
Do not delete your eSIM after installation. You will not be able to rescan it and we will not be able to recover it.
Installation Steps
- Access Settings
- Open the Settings app on your Android device.
- Navigate to "Connections" or "Network & Internet"
- Locate the eSIM settings:
- Scroll down and select "SIM Card Manager" or a similar option such as "SIM card & mobile network"
- Add the eSIM:
- Look for the "Add carrier" or "Add mobile/eSIM plan" option and tap on it.
- Use the QR code:
- The camera app will open automatically to scan the QR code.
- Alternatively, open the gallery and upload the screenshot of the QR code from the email.
- If you cannot scan the QR code, proceed to manual installation.
- Manual Installation (Alternate Method):
- Choose "Enter Details Manually" or "Enter Activation Code"
- Input the 'SM-DP+ Server' and 'Activation Code' from your email.
- Confirm eSIM addition
- Follow prompts to confirm the addition of the plan to your phone.
Optional: Renaming the eSIM: To easily identify your eSIM, you can change its name to "SimsDirect/Simify" or any other preferred name.
Activation steps
After arriving at your destination
- Enable the eSIM:
- Open the SIM card settings.
- Find the eSIM option and toggle it on.
- Set the eSIM as the preferred SIM card for Mobile Data:
- In the SIM card settings, locate the "Preferred SIM for mobile data" or a similar option.
- Choose the SimsDirect eSIM as the preferred SIM card for mobile data.
- Disable Auto Data Switching:
- To prevent charges on your other line, turn off "Auto switch between SIMs" or a similar option in the SIM card settings.
- Enable Data Roaming:
- Open the SIM card or network settings.
- Look for the "Data roaming" option and make sure it is turned on.
- Restart your phone:
- Restarting your phone helps ensure the eSIM is activated properly.
