eSIM Europe (49 Destinations)

Yes, eSIM technology is supported in Europe 49 Destinations. Local carriers in Europe 49 Destinations offer eSIM services, allowing travelers to access convenient connectivity options without the need for a physical SIM card.

Select a eSIM Europe (49 Destinations) data plan that best suits your travel needs and complete the payment online.

You may take the article below for reference to install your eSIM Europe (49 Destinations) on Apple devices.

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Traveling abroad and need mobile data without the hassle of physical SIM cards? Travel eSIMs offer a fast, flexible solution. This guide shows you how to install and activate a travel eSIM on your iPhone or iPad step-by-step.

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Contents

• Before Installation
• 3 Ways to Add Your eSIM
• Activate Your Travel eSIM
• Tips for Travel eSIM on iPhone

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✅ Before Installation

Ensure the following:

• A supported device (iPhone or iPad with cellular support)
  • Basic Requirement: iPhone XR, XS, 11 series and newer, iPad Pro (with cellular), iPad Air 3rd gen and newer, iOS 12.1 or later (latest recommended). view more compatible iPhone models.
  • Ensure your phone is carrier unlocked.
    
    
• A travel eSIM (QR code or manual activation info). Purchase a travel eSIM from abesetesim.com and we will send you the QR code instantly.
• Stable Wi-Fi connection

📲 3 Ways to Install Your eSIM

Connect your phone to stable Wi-Fi or a good 4G / 5G network.

Option 1: Scan a QR Code (Recommended)

1. Go to Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM
   
   
2. Scan the QR code provided by your eSIM provider, for iOS 17+, you can save the QR code to your Photo then add from photo
   
   
3. Activate the eSIM
   • After successful QR code scan, Activate eSIM page will pop up. This is the routine steps for add eSIM to iPhone.
   • If you are already at your destination for the eSIM you purchased, just follow the steps to activate the eSIM.
     
   • If you are not yet at your destination, it may stuck in activating then shows "Unable to Activate eSIM". Just don't worry, this is normal for travele eSIM as you are not yet at your destination to connect to the supported network for this activation. Turn the eSIM off after this.
     

Option 2: Enter Activation Info Manually

1. Go to Settings > Cellular > Add Cellular Plan
2. Tap Enter Details Manually
3. Input the:
   • SM-DP+ Address
   • Activation Code
4. Follow the prompts until the eSIM is installed

 

Option 3: Use a Installation Quick Link (If Supported)

If you have an iPhone with iOS 17.4 and later, you can use the quick installation link to add eSIM to your phone. The installation link is sent via email by abestesim.com

🌍 Activate Your Travel eSIM

1. Go to Settings > Cellular
2. Tap on the newly added eSIM
3. Turn on Cellular Data
4. Turn on Data Roaming (needed for most travel eSIMs)
5. Select the eSIM as the default line for data
6. Wait a few seconds to see the signal bars appear

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📌 Tips for Travel eSIM on iPhone

1. Label Your eSIM by Destination
   When you install an eSIM, iOS allows you to assign a label (e.g., “Japan eSIM”, “Europe Trip”, “Work US”).
   ➡️ Go to Settings > Cellular > Your eSIM > Cellular Plan Label
   Naming each plan clearly helps you avoid confusion, especially when you use multiple eSIMs for different regions.
   
2. Disable iMessage/FaceTime for eSIM Line (if data-only)
   To avoid iMessage issues, make sure iMessage and FaceTime remain tied to your main number or Apple ID email instead of the eSIM.
   ➡️ Go to Settings > Messages > Send & Receive
   ➡️ Make sure your Apple ID or primary number is selected, not the travel eSIM
3.  Switch Off Unused Lines
   If you're not using your physical SIM while traveling (e.g., to avoid roaming), you can turn it off:
   ➡️ Settings > Cellular > Primary Line > Turn Off This Line

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You may take the article below for reference to install your eSIM Europe (49 Destinations) on Android devices.

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With many modern Android smartphones—such as Samsung Galaxy S23, Google Pixel 7, OPPO Find X5, and Xiaomi 13—now supporting eSIM, using a travel eSIM has become one of the best options for staying connected while abroad. This guide will walk you through how to install and activate a travel eSIM on most Android phones that support eSIM functionality.

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Contents

• What You’ll Need
• Install Travel eSIM
• Use the Travel eSIM data on Arrival

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🔧 What You’ll Need

• A valid eSIM QR code or activation information
• A stable Wi-Fi or mobile internet connection
• A compatible Android phone with eSIM support. 
• ✅ Supported Devices:
  • Google Pixel: Pixel 3 and later
  • Samsung Galaxy: Galaxy S20/S21/S22/S23 series, Z Fold/Flip, Note 20+
  • OPPO / OnePlus / Xiaomi / Huawei: Selected models only (check eSIM compatibility)
  • Android version: Android 10 or newer (recommended)
  • 💡 Note: eSIM support may vary by region, carrier, or model. Make sure your device is carrier-unlocked and eSIM-enabled.

📲 Install Travel eSIM

✅ Connect your phone to stable Wi-Fi or a good 4G / 5G network.

✅ Option 1: Scan QR Code (Most Common)
Go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs (or "Connections > SIM manager" on Samsung)

1. Tap + Add mobile plan or Download SIM
2. Choose Scan QR code and scan the eSIM code you received
3. Wait for the download and activation to complete
4. Label your eSIM (e.g., “Japan Travel”)

✅ Option 2: Enter Activation Info Manually
Go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs

1. Tap Add SIM > Enter details manually
2. Enter the SM-DP+ address and activation code provided
3. Follow the prompts to install

🌍Use the Travel eSIM data on Arrival

1. Go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs
2. Choose the newly added eSIM
3. Turn on Mobile Data for that eSIM
   
4. Select the eSIM as your preferred data SIM
   
5. Enable Data Roaming (most Travle eSIMs require this)

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We suggest to add eSIM Europe (49 Destinations) after you arrive in Europe 49 Destinations.

You may install the eSIM in advance, but please remember to turn it off immediately after installation. Just in case the validity period from starting earlier than expected.

For iPhone user, if you add this eSIM Europe (49 Destinations) before you arrived in eSIM Europe (49 Destinations). The eSIM may remain in "Activating..." for a while.

This is normal on iOS devices when you are not yet at your destination, as there is no supported network available for activation.

Please check the following things:

• Make sure you are now in Europe 49 Destinations
• Ensure your phone is unlocked and eSIM-compatible.
• Turn on the eSIM Europe (49 Destinations)
• Enable Data Roaming for the eSIM.
• Go to Network Selection and check if a supported carrier is connected. Turn off auto and manually select a supported carrier.
• Wait a few seconds for your phone to detect the signal. If no signal appears, try restarting your phone.

If the problem still persists, please contact us via support@abestesim.com or our online chat.

When contacting us, please attach:

A screenshot of your troubleshooting steps

A screenshot of your eSIM settings page

This will help us quicker identify the issue and assist you efficiently.