How to activate your eSIM on Android

Before you begin #

• Check that your Android phone supports eSIM.
• Confirm the device is network unlocked.
• Finish RICA or wait for approval.
• Connect to Wi-Fi before installing the plan.

Typical Android steps #

1. Open Settings.
2. Go to Connections, Network & Internet, or SIM Manager.
3. Tap Add eSIM, Add mobile plan, or a similar option.
4. Scan the QR code or enter the provided activation details.
5. Follow the prompts to finish setup.
6. Restart the device if the new line does not appear immediately.

Troubleshooting tips #

• Some Android menus differ by brand – Samsung, Google, Huawei, and others may label things differently.
• If the QR code fails, try again in bright light and make sure you are using the correct camera flow.
• If you see the line but no service, recheck your RICA status and device compatibility.

Android keeps life interesting by putting settings in slightly different places. The idea is the same even if the menu name changes.