eSIM Compatible Phones: The Full List (Updated 2026)

Before buying a travel eSIM, the one question worth answering first is whether your actual phone supports it. Most phones from the last five or six years do, but “eSIM capable” and “eSIM capable and unlocked” are two different things, and the second one is where people get caught out. Here’s the full list of eSIM compatible phones as of 2026, plus the 30-second way to check your specific device.

The 30-Second Compatibility Check

Before scrolling through model lists, just check your own phone directly:

1. Open your phone’s dialer app.
2. Type *#06# and the call button isn’t needed, the code triggers automatically.
3. If an EID number appears on screen (a long string, typically 32 digits), your phone’s hardware supports eSIM.

This confirms the hardware is capable. It doesn’t confirm your phone is unlocked, which is the second requirement. A carrier-locked phone, even a brand-new flagship, won’t let you add a second eSIM from another provider until it’s unlocked.

eSIM Compatible iPhones and iPads

Apple has supported eSIM since the iPhone XS and XR, and every mainline iPhone since then supports it:

• iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max
• iPhone 11 series
• iPhone 12 series
• iPhone 13 series
• iPhone 14 series
• iPhone 15 series
• iPhone 16 series and 16e
• iPhone 17 series
• iPhone Air
• iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max
• iPhone Duo

On iPads: iPad Pro (3rd generation and later), iPad Air (3rd generation and later), iPad mini (5th generation and later), and iPad (7th generation and later) all support eSIM.

One important regional exception: iPhones sold in mainland China do not support eSIM at all, and iPhones from Hong Kong and Macao generally don’t either, with a short list of exceptions (the iPhone XS, SE 2020, 12 mini, and 13 mini models sold there). If your iPhone was bought in one of these regions, check your specific model before assuming it will work.

eSIM Compatible Android Phones

Android eSIM support is less universal than on iPhone, since it depends on both the manufacturer and sometimes the specific carrier variant of a phone:

Samsung Galaxy: S20 and newer (including the Plus, Ultra, and FE variants where applicable), the S21 through S26 series, and the Z Fold and Z Flip foldable series, including Fold 8 and Flip 8.

Google Pixel: Pixel 4a 5G and newer, the Pixel 5 through Pixel 11 series, and the Pixel 9a and 10a.

Other Android brands: Motorola Razr (2019 and later foldables), OnePlus 12, OPPO Find X series, and Xiaomi 14 Pro.

Samsung’s eSIM support has historically varied by carrier and region, most notably in the US where some carrier-specific Galaxy models shipped without eSIM support enabled even on hardware that could handle it. If you’re on a Samsung device, it’s worth running the dial-code check above rather than assuming based on the model name alone.

eSIM Compatible Windows Devices

eSIM support on Windows devices is narrower than on phones, mostly limited to a handful of Microsoft Surface models: the Surface Pro X, Surface Pro 9 (5G), and Surface Laptop 4 (LTE). If you’re hoping to use a travel eSIM on a laptop rather than a phone, this is a short list, and most travelers are better served running a mobile hotspot from an eSIM-enabled phone instead.

Single eSIM vs. Dual Active eSIM: Why It Matters

Not every eSIM-compatible phone handles multiple eSIMs the same way, and this distinction matters if you’re planning to run a travel eSIM alongside your home line:

• Store multiple, use one at a time. Most eSIM-capable phones can have several eSIM profiles installed, but only one active for data at a time (alongside one physical SIM, if your phone has a SIM tray).
• Dual active eSIM. Newer models, including iPhone 13 and later, recent Samsung Galaxy flagships, and recent Pixel phones, can run two eSIMs active simultaneously, or one eSIM and one physical SIM both active, with calls on one line and data on the other at the same time.

If you’re planning to keep your home number running for calls and texts while a travel eSIM handles data, as covered in our guide to using an eSIM alongside your existing number, check specifically whether your model supports dual active eSIM rather than just storing multiple profiles, since that’s what actually lets both lines work at the same time without manually switching back and forth.

Why “Compatible” Doesn’t Always Mean “Ready to Use”

Three separate things need to be true for a travel eSIM to actually work on your phone:

1. The hardware supports eSIM (check with the dial code above).
2. The phone is carrier-unlocked. A locked phone, even an eSIM-capable one, can be restricted from adding another provider’s eSIM until you unlock it with your current carrier.
3. You have an active internet connection to install it. Installing an eSIM requires WiFi or data at the time of setup, which is why it’s worth doing before you fly rather than after landing.

If your phone checks out on all three and something still isn’t working once you land, our eSIM troubleshooting guide covers the most common fixes. For the full setup walkthrough once you’ve confirmed compatibility, see our eSIM setup guide for iPhone and Android.

What If Your Phone Isn’t on This List?

Not every phone supports eSIM, particularly budget models and phones more than six or seven years old. If you’re not sure where your specific device stands, or want the full rundown of which phones are confirmed unsupported, see our guide to phones that don’t support eSIM. If your phone genuinely doesn’t support eSIM, a physical local SIM card or a dedicated travel WiFi device are the practical alternatives.

FAQs: eSIM Compatible Phones

How do I know if my phone is eSIM compatible?
Dial *#06# on your phone. If an EID number appears, your phone’s hardware supports eSIM. You’ll also need your phone to be carrier-unlocked to actually add a travel eSIM.

Are all iPhones eSIM compatible?
Every iPhone from the XR and XS onward supports eSIM, with the notable exception of iPhones sold in mainland China, which don’t support eSIM at all, and most iPhones from Hong Kong and Macao.

Do all Samsung Galaxy phones support eSIM?
Most Galaxy S20 and later models do, along with the Z Fold and Z Flip series, but support has historically varied by carrier and region, so it’s worth checking your specific model rather than assuming by name alone.

Can I use an eSIM on a laptop?
Only a small number of devices support it, mostly specific Microsoft Surface models. For most travelers, running a hotspot from an eSIM-enabled phone is the more practical option for laptop connectivity.

My phone is eSIM compatible but it’s not working. What’s wrong?
The most common cause is a carrier lock rather than a hardware issue. Check that your phone is fully unlocked from your home carrier, and see our troubleshooting guide if the problem continues.

Once you’ve confirmed your phone supports eSIM, the rest is quick: scan a QR code, and you’re connected. WoWo Sim works with any eSIM-capable, carrier-unlocked phone, with plans from $3.50 and instant activation the moment you land.