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eSIM stands for Embedded Subscriber Identity Module, a fully digital SIM card that lets you activate a phone and/or data plan on your device using a memory chip built into the device’s hardware. An eSIM can be activated and transferred remotely—no need to handle (or risk losing!) a physical SIM card.

Not yet, but you can get eSIMs for travelling to many countries around the globe.

To check if your eSIM card is activated, go to your phone’s Settings, then go to your network & mobile data settings (Mobile Data for iPhones or Connections for Androids). If your eSIM is active, it will appear under the list of plans.

eSIM stands for Embedded Subscriber Identity Module, and iSIM stands for integrated Subscriber Identity Module. The biggest difference between the two is that an eSIM is a chip with a dedicated spot in the phone’s hardware, while an iSIM is built into the modem in the phone’s processor and doesn’t require as much dedicated space.

Functionally, you won’t notice a difference between an eSIM and an iSIM. Both free up space normally occupied by a physical SIM card, allowing for upgraded parts or a more compact design.

To get an eSIM for international travel, check out the providers above, choose an eSIM plan with the coverage you need for your destination, purchase the plan and activate it by going to your phone’s settings and adding the eSIM to your list of available plans. Keep in mind that not all phones are compatible with eSIMs, and you’ll likely need a QR code from your eSIM provider to activate the plan.

Yes. The cheapest plans are often limited to a single region or country and are best suited for short-term trips. If you’re visiting multiple countries or want to use your phone internationally during layovers, it’s best to opt for an eSIM plan that comes with greater coverage, although you may end up paying more.

Yes, you can buy an eSIM plan from an international provider and use it on a phone from your domestic carrier. But your phone must be eSIM compatible. If you bought an international eSIM, your phone must be unlocked to activate the plan.

Yes, you need to unlock your phone to use an international eSIM or a physical SIM card from another country. Unlocking your phone allows you to use it with different carriers and networks, which you’ll need to do if you travel abroad.