Is My Phone eSIM Compatible? Check in 2 Seconds (2026 List)

Q: Why doesn't my phone support eSIMs?

Your phone may not support eSIM for three main reasons: • No built-in eSIM module → Some manufacturers reserve this technology for premium models. • Phone software version or region → Some smartphones are eSIM-compatible in one country but disabled in another (e.g., Samsung US vs. Samsung EU). • Model too old → eSIM technology is recent. Devices released before 2018 generally do not support it. If you do not see the eSIM option in the settings and no EID appears, your phone is not designed to use an eSIM.

Want to know if your phone is eSIM compatible? In this article, you'll discover the 4 most reliable methods for checking the compatibility of your smartphone (Android or iPhone).

Rony

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Updated: February 15, 2026

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In short

How to know if my phone is eSIM compatible: in brief

The fastest method: use our eSIM simulator and get a response in 2 seconds.
You can check manually: see the list of eSIM-compatible phones.
On smartphones, compatibility can be seen in the Settings: "Add eSIM," "Add a cellular plan," etc.
Dial #06#: if a number EID appears, your phone is eSIM compatible.
If your phone is not compatible, an external eSIM adapter may sometimes enable the feature.
Older or entry-level devices generally do not support eSIM.

How to check if your phone is eSIM compatible

Option 1: Check your phone's eSIM compatibility with our simulator

At voilà, we have developed an ultra-simple eSIM simulator to instantly find out if your phone is compatible.

Simply enter your smartphone model (Samsung, iPhone, Xiaomi, etc.) and the tool will tell you in 2 seconds flat whether your phone supports eSIM or not.

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Option 2: Check the list of eSIM-compatible devices

If you prefer to check manually, you can also consult the list of eSIM-compatible devices.

BRAND	COMPATIBLE MODELS (2026)
Apple	iPhone XS/XR and all newer models (iPhone 11 to 17 series, SE 2020/2022 and later)
Samsung	Galaxy S20 and newer, Z Flip/Fold series (from 2020), A54/A55/A56, and some high-end A models
Google Pixel	Pixel 3 and newer (Pixel 4 to 10 series, note regional variants)
Xiaomi	12T Pro, 13/13T/14 series, Redmi Note 13 Pro+/14 Pro+ (check European variant)
Huawei	P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro, Pura 70 Pro (not compatible with Chinese models)
Motorola	Edge 40/50 series, Razr 40/50, Moto G54/G85, and recent high-end models
OnePlus	OnePlus 11, 12, 13, and Open
Oppo / Sony / Honor	Oppo Find X3/X5/X8 Pro, Reno 6 Pro+; Sony Xperia 1/5/10 IV and above; Honor Magic 4/5/6/7 Pro

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Option 3: Go to your phone settings to check eSIM compatibility.

If you prefer to check directly from your smartphone, eSIM compatibility can be found in the settings. Here's how to do this depending on your device.

Check eSIM compatibility on Android (Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo, etc.)

Follow these 4 simple steps:

Open the Settings on your phone.
Go to Connections or Network & Internet.
Open SIM Card Manager or SIM Cards.
Look for a menu item labeled eSIM, Virtual SIM, Digital SIM card, or Add eSIM.

If the eSIM option appears: your phone is compatible.
If nothing appears: your smartphone probably does not support eSIM.

Check eSIM compatibility on iPhone

On iPhone, the method is even simpler:

Go to Settings.
Go to Cell data.
Look for an option titled Add a cell plan, Add an eSIM plan, or Add a SIM card.

If one of these buttons appears: your iPhone is eSIM compatible.

Option 4: Dial #06# to check eSIM compatibility

There is a universal method for checking eSIM compatibility: dial the code #06# as if you were going to call a number.

Open your telephone keypad.
Type: #06#
A window will appear displaying various technical information.

If you see a number EID (Embedded Identity Document), your phone is 100% eSIM compatible.
If no EID appears, your smartphone does not support the technology.

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FAQ: How do I know if my phone is eSIM compatible?

If your phone is not originally eSIM compatible, you can use an external eSIM adapter. This small module fits into your SIM card slot and acts as a bridge between your smartphone and a digital SIM card. It therefore allows you to activate an eSIM even on a device that does not have a built-in eSIM module.

Warning:
- Not all adapters are reliable, so do your research before buying.
- Compatibility varies depending on the brand and model.
- Some adapters require a dedicated app to manage the eSIM.
Apart from this external solution, there is no software-based way to make a phone eSIM-compatible.

Older phones, as well as some entry-level models, do not support eSIM. Here are the main categories that are not compatible:

• The majority of smartphones before 2018
• Certain models Samsung A, M, J
• Most entry-level Xiaomi Redmi models
• Huawei without Google services (limited compatibility)
• iPhones prior to the iPhone XS / XR
• Older flip phones/feature phones

If your device does not display an EID (#06#) or does not offer any eSIM options in the settings, it is not compatible.

Your phone may not support eSIM for three main reasons:

• No built-in eSIM module → Some manufacturers reserve this technology for premium models.
• Phone software version or region → Some smartphones are eSIM-compatible in one country but disabled in another (e.g., Samsung US vs. Samsung EU).
• Model too old → eSIM technology is recent. Devices released before 2018 generally do not support it.

If you do not see the eSIM option in the settings and no EID appears, your phone is not designed to use an eSIM.

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Rony Connected travel expert · voilà eSIM

Rony is our in-house travel-connected expert. Always curious and never too far from an airport, he explores the latest destinations while testing the newest eSIM solutions. He signs our articles on travel and mobile technology, with a single mission: to turn his discoveries into clear, reliable, and smart advice to accompany you anywhere in the world.

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