Before you buy a travel eSIM, make sure your device supports eSIM, is not carrier locked, and is ready for digital activation. This guide covers quick checks, key requirements, and many popular eSIM-compatible devices.
A quick way to test for eSIM support is to check whether your device shows an EID number.
Use the normal dialler app on your device, not a messaging app such as WhatsApp or Telegram.
This opens the device information screen that usually shows identifiers such as IMEI and, on supported devices, an EID.
If your device displays a 32-digit number labelled EID, it usually supports eSIM.
If you only see IMEI numbers and no EID, your device may not support eSIM.
Even if a device family usually supports eSIM, setup can still fail if one of the checks below is not met.
Your specific model must support eSIM. This can vary by device generation, model number, and region.
A locked handset may block travel eSIM installation even when the device hardware supports eSIM.
For best results, iPhones should not be jailbroken and Android devices should not be rooted.
The lists below cover many common eSIM-capable device families. Support can still vary by region and carrier, so always double-check before purchase.
Most iPhones from iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR onward support eSIM.
Only Wi-Fi + Cellular iPads can support eSIM.
Many recent Galaxy S, Z Fold, and Z Flip models support eSIM.
Many Pixel devices support eSIM, including older and newer generations.
Many recent flagship and selected mid-range Android devices now support eSIM.
Some LTE-enabled Windows devices also support eSIM.
This page covers many popular supported devices, but it is not exhaustive.
A model family may support eSIM in one country but not in another, so region and carrier matter just as much as the device name.
Some Apple, Samsung, Pixel, and other device variants differ depending on where the handset was originally sold.
Carrier-branded models may have eSIM disabled or limited, even when the unlocked retail version of the same phone supports it.
Using an up-to-date operating system and a non-rooted / non-jailbroken device improves compatibility and setup reliability.
Use our dedicated help pages if you want platform-specific compatibility and setup guidance.
Check how to confirm eSIM support on iPhone, what models usually work, and where to find Apple’s official help.
View step-by-step instructions for installing your Simpal eSIM on iPhone using direct install, QR code, or manual entry.
View the Android setup instructions if you are using Samsung, Pixel, Motorola, Xiaomi, or another Android device.
Contact Simpal support before buying if you want help checking your device. Sending your device model, region of purchase, and carrier can help us guide you faster.