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What is an eSIM, and how does it work?

  • Ensure you’re connected to the WiFi. Go to Settings > Mobile Data > Add Data Plan. Scan the QR code with your camera. Select if the eSIM is your primary or secondary SIM. If you’re using the eSIM for travel purposes, you should ideally select Secondary. You will be asked which of your SIM cards you want to use for calls, mobile data, and SMS. You should choose your primary SIM for SMS and calls and use the eSIM for mobile data. But don’t activate mobile data switching because you may face additional charges. After installing the eSIM, you can go to Settings > Mobile Data. Select your new eSIM under Cellular Plans. Toggle the Turn On This Line button. Activate Mobile Data and Data Roaming from the settings. You may receive a few text messages once your eSIM is activated.

Holafly, an international eSIM shop

  • You instantly receive the eSIM QR code in your email - no waiting or delays. Fast and affordable internet - the ideal alternative to international data roaming. Remain connected to the internet wherever you travel. Eco-friendly alternative to traditional (plastic) SIM cards. No risk of losing your primary SIM because you don’t have to switch out the SIM cards. Extremely easy installation and activation steps - can be done in minutes. 24/7 access to technical support through email, online chats, or WhatsApp.

  • iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone SE 2, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max,  iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone SE 3. iOS 12.1 or later. Wireless carriers that support eSIM cards. Your iPhone must be unlocked. Your iPhone must have a WiFi connection during the installation process.

Other alternatives for using your iPhone in the USA

  • Vodafone: Up to £3.00 per minute, 65p per text, or 12p per MB of data EE: Up to £1.35 per minute, 60p per text, or £20 for 250MB of data Three: Up to £1.40 per minute, 35p per text, or 5p per MB of data

  • You should ideally speak English. Determining the ideal provider for your SIM can be difficult. iPhones can only contain one physical SIM card. That means you will have to remove your primary SIM card and insert the USA SIM card, which means you won’t receive any of the calls or messages going to your primary SIM card. Since you have to remove your primary SIM card, you also risk misplacing your primary SIM, which can have long-term consequences and problems.