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Is my device eSIM compatible?Updated 4 days ago

Our eSIMs will only work on unlocked eSIM-compatible devices! 📲 🔓 

What Is An Unlocked Device? 
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If your device is unlocked, it can connect to any carrier's network.

For example, if you bought your phone from Telstra, Optus, or AT&T, it's highly likely that it is locked, and our eSIMs will not work in it.

If you bought your device outright from retailers like Best Buy, JB Hi-Fi or Harvey Norman, it's most likely unlocked.

If you're unsure, the best way to find out is to call your network provider and ask! They'll be able to unlock it for you, too—this might incur a fee!

If you want, you can also have a look at your settings to see if your device is unlocked:

📱 For iPhone (iOS)

  1. Go to: Settings > General > About

  2. Scroll down until you see Carrier Lock

  3. If it says:

    • “No SIM restrictions” – ✅ Your device is unlocked

    • Anything else – 🚫 Your device may be locked

🤖 For Android

(Note: steps may vary slightly depending on your phone model and software version.)

Option 1: Check in Settings

  1. Go to: Settings > Connections > Mobile networks > Network operators

  2. Turn off automatic selection

  3. If your phone shows multiple network options, it's likely ✅ unlocked

    • If it only shows one, it might be 🚫 locked


eSIM Compatibility Guide for 2025

If you're wondering whether your device supports eSIM, this guide will help you quickly check which devices are compatible and which are not.


📱 iPhones with eSIM

All iPhones from the iPhone XR and newer support eSIM, except for some models sold in China, Hong Kong, and Macau.

✅ Compatible iPhones

  • iPhone XR, XS, XS Max
  • iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone SE (2020, 2022)
  • iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max (Supports dual active eSIMs)
  • iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
  • iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
  • iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, 16e

❌ Incompatible iPhones

  • iPhones from Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau (except iPhone 13 Mini, 12 Mini, SE 2020, and XS)
  • US models of iPhone 14, 15, and newer do not support physical SIMs

📟 iPads with eSIM

Only models with cellular connectivity support eSIM.

  • iPad Pro 11” (2020, A2068)
  • iPad Pro 12.9” (2020, A2069)
  • iPad Air (2019, A2123)
  • iPad (2019, A2198)
  • iPad Mini (2019, A2124)
  • iPad 10th Generation (2022)

📱 Samsung Phones with eSIM

Most Samsung Galaxy S, Note, Fold, and Flip models support eSIM, but there are regional restrictions.

✅ Compatible Samsung Devices

  • Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra (excluding S20 FE)
  • Galaxy S21, S21+ 5G, S21 Ultra 5G
  • Galaxy S22, S22+, S22 Ultra
  • Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S23 FE (except China/Hong Kong models)
  • Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, S24 FE
  • Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra
  • Galaxy Note 20, Note 20 Ultra 5G
  • Galaxy Z Fold, Fold2 5G, Fold3 5G, Fold4, Fold5 5G, Fold6 5G
  • Galaxy Z Flip, Flip3 5G, Flip4, Flip5 5G, Flip6 5G
  • Galaxy A54 (specific models: SCG21, SC-53D, SM-A546B/DS, SM-A546S, SM-A546U1)
  • Galaxy A55 5G, A35

❌ Incompatible Samsung Devices

  • Galaxy S20 FE (4G/5G), S20/S21 US versions
  • Galaxy Z Flip 5G (US versions), Note 20 Ultra (US/HK versions)
  • Galaxy Z Fold2 (US/HK versions)
  • **All Samsung phones sold in Hong Kong (except Galaxy Z Flip SM-F700F)
  • Most models purchased in South Korea, including: Galaxy S20, S21, S22, Note 20 Ultra 5G, Fold, Z Flip, etc.

📱 Google Pixel Phones with eSIM

Most Google Pixel devices from the Pixel 2 XL and newer support eSIM, with some regional exclusions.

✅ Compatible Google Pixel Devices

  • Pixel 2 XL (Google Fi models only)
  • Pixel 3, 3 XL (except Australia, Taiwan, Japan, US/Canada carriers other than Sprint/Google Fi)
  • Pixel 3a, 3a XL (except Japan, Verizon models)
  • Pixel 4, 4a, 4 XL, 5, 5a
  • Pixel 6, 6a, 6 Pro, 7, 7a, 7 Pro
  • Pixel 8, 8a, 8 Pro
  • Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL
  • Pixel Fold

❌ Incompatible Google Pixel Devices

  • Pixel 3 from Australia, Japan, Taiwan
  • Pixel 3a from South East Asia
  • All Google Pixel phones sold in Hong Kong

📱 Other eSIM-Compatible Phones

✅ Huawei

  • Huawei P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro, Pura 70 Pro

🚫 Huawei P40 Pro+ and P50 Pro are NOT eSIM-compatible.

✅ Oppo

  • Find X3, X3 Pro, X5, X5 Pro, X8, X8 Pro
  • Find N2 Flip, Find N3, Find N3 Flip
  • Reno 5A, Reno 6 Pro 5G, Reno 9A
  • A55s 5G

🚫 Oppo Lite models do not support eSIM.

✅ Sony

  • Xperia 10 III Lite, 10 IV, 10V
  • Xperia 1 IV, 1 V, 1 VI
  • Xperia 5 IV, 5 V
  • Xperia Ace III

✅ Xiaomi

  • 12T Pro, 13, 13 Lite, 13 Pro, 13T, 13T Pro
  • 14, 14 Pro, 14T, 14T Pro
  • Redmi Note 13 Pro+, Note 14 Pro, Note 14 Pro+
  • Poco X7, 15 Ultra

✅ Motorola

  • Razr 2019, Razr 5G, Razr 2022, Razr 40, Razr 40 Ultra, Razr+
  • Edge 2022, Edge 2023, Edge+ (2023), Edge 40, Edge 40 Pro, Edge 40 Neo
  • Edge 50 Pro, Edge 50 Ultra, Edge 50 Fusion
  • Moto G Power 5G (2024), G52J 5G, G52J 5G II, G53J 5G, G54 5G, G84, G34
  • Razr+ 2024, Razr 2024, G Stylus 5G (2024), G35

✅ Other Brands

  • Sharp AQUOS Sense4 Lite, Sense6s, Sense7, Sense7 Plus, Wish, Wish 2, Wish 3, Zero 6, R7, R8, R8 Pro, Sense8
  • Rakuten Mini, Big, Big-S, Hand, Hand 5G
  • Honor Magic 4 Pro, Magic 5 Pro, Magic 6 Pro, Magic V2, Magic V3, Honor 90, Honor X8, Honor 200 Pro
  • Vivo X80 Pro, X90 Pro, X100 Pro, V29, V29 Lite, V40, V40 Lite, V40 SE, X200, X200 Pro
  • OnePlus Open, OnePlus 11, 12, 13, 13R
  • Fairphone 4, Fairphone 5, Gemini PDA, DOOGEE V30, HAMMER Blade 3, Explorer PRO, Blade 5G
  • Nokia XR21, X30, G60 5G
  • OUKITEL WP30 Pro, WP33 Pro, Nuu X5, ZTE Nubia Flip, TLC 50 5G
  • Asus ROG Phone 9, 9 Pro, Zenfone 12 Ultra, Realme 14 Pro+


⚠ Important To Note:

  • Some devices vary by region and may not support eSIM in certain countries.
  • If unsure, check with your provider or the manufacturer's website.
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