Travel guide · 4 min read · July 21, 2026
How to check if your phone supports eSIM
To check if your phone supports eSIM, open the Settings app and look for a SIM or Mobile Network section with an Add eSIM option. If you see it, your phone supports eSIM. Most iPhones from the XS onward and recent Pixels and Samsungs are eSIM-capable, and your device must be carrier-unlocked. dizomo verifies compatibility before you pay, so you are not stuck with a plan your phone cannot use.
The fastest way to check eSIM support is in Settings: if you see an Add eSIM option, your phone is compatible. Here is how to confirm on iPhone and Android.
Check on iPhone
Open Settings, tap Cellular or Mobile Data, and look for Add eSIM or Add Data Plan. If the option is there, your iPhone supports eSIM.
Most iPhones from the XS and XR onward support eSIM, including the eSIM-only models sold in the US. A quick Settings check confirms it regardless of model.
Check on Android
Open Settings, tap Network and Internet or Connections, then SIMs, and look for Add eSIM. Recent Pixels and Samsungs show this option clearly.
If you do not see it, your phone may not support eSIM, or the carrier may have disabled it. Contact your carrier to unlock eSIM if the option is hidden.
Your phone must be carrier-unlocked
eSIM support is not enough; the phone must be carrier-unlocked. A phone locked to a carrier cannot add profiles from other providers.
If you bought your phone from a carrier, check whether it is unlocked. Most paid-off phones are, but carrier financing can keep them locked until paid.
dizomo verifies before you pay
dizomo asks you to check device compatibility before checkout, so you do not buy a plan your phone cannot use. The setup steps are in the dashboard and support page.
If you are unsure, the fastest test is the Settings check above. If Add eSIM appears, you are ready to travel with a dizomo plan.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my iPhone supports eSIM?
Open Settings, tap Cellular, and look for Add eSIM. Most iPhones from the XS onward support eSIM.
How do I know if my Android supports eSIM?
Open Settings, tap Network and Internet, then SIMs, and look for Add eSIM. Recent Pixels and Samsungs support it.
Does my phone need to be unlocked for eSIM?
Yes. The phone must be carrier-unlocked to add an eSIM from another provider. Check with your carrier if the option is hidden.
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