Setting Up an eSIM on a Samsung Phone
Yes — most Samsung Galaxy flagships from the S20 onward support eSIM, and setting one up takes about two minutes in Settings > Connections > SIM manager.
Samsung puts eSIM controls in SIM manager, which makes dual-SIM setup clearer than on most Android skins. The main thing to verify is your specific variant — some US carrier-branded and mainland-China Galaxy models ship without eSIM.
To check quickly: Settings > Connections > SIM manager. If you see "Add eSIM", the phone supports it.
Samsung Galaxy eSIM support
| Model | eSIM support |
|---|---|
| Galaxy S25 / S24 / S23 / S22 / S21 / S20 series | Supported (except some regional variants) |
| Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip (3 and later) | Supported |
| Galaxy Note 20 / Note 20 Ultra | Supported |
| Galaxy A54, A55 and selected A-series | Supported on most regions |
| Galaxy S20 FE, some US carrier variants, China models | Often no eSIM — check SIM manager |
Regional caveats and limits
- US carrier-branded models occasionally have eSIM disabled in firmware.
- Mainland-China Galaxy models do not include eSIM.
- The phone must be carrier-unlocked to use a third-party travel eSIM.
- On most Galaxy phones only one eSIM can be active at a time, alongside a physical SIM.
How to set up an eSIM on Samsung Galaxy
- Connect to Wi-Fi and turn off any VPN.
- Settings > Connections > SIM manager > Add eSIM.
- Tap Scan QR code from service provider, or Enter activation code to type the SM-DP+ details.
- Rename the new SIM to "Travel" so the lines are easy to tell apart.
- In SIM manager, set Mobile data to the travel eSIM and leave Calls and Messages on your home SIM.
- Tap the travel eSIM and turn on Roaming, then toggle airplane mode to register.
Frequently asked questions
Which Samsung phones support eSIM?
Galaxy S20 and later, Z Fold and Z Flip from the third generation, Note 20 series and several A-series models. Some US carrier variants and all mainland-China models do not.
How do I set up an eSIM on my Samsung phone?
Settings > Connections > SIM manager > Add eSIM, then scan your QR code and set the new line as your mobile data SIM.
Where is the eSIM setting on Samsung?
Settings > Connections > SIM manager.
Can I use two SIMs at once on a Galaxy?
Yes — one physical SIM and one eSIM can be active simultaneously on supported models.
My Galaxy has no Add eSIM option — why?
Your regional variant likely lacks eSIM hardware, or the firmware has it disabled. Check the model number against Samsung's specification page.
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