eSIM Samsung activation guides

Need help getting set up? Here are some step-by-step guides on how to activate an eSIM on your device. If you are using an Android device that is not Samsung please refer to the Android activation guide

Samsung - Activation via QR Code

Step 1: Download your plan

There are three ways you can download an eSIM via QR code to your eSIM-enabled Samsung device:

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Via the Camera App

Open the Camera app and point your camera towards your eSIM QR code.

A prompt will appear on your screen. Tap this and follow the instructions to install your eSIM.

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Via Settings

  1. Go to Settings.
  2. Go to Connections, then Add mobile plan. This may also be called SIM manager.
  3. Select Add eSIM, then Scan QR Code. Scan your QR code.

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(newer models) Scan Screenshot/Image

If you are using the latest version of One UI, you can also scan a screenshot of this code:

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  1. Go to Settings.
  2. Go to Connections, then Add mobile plan. This may also be called SIM manager.
  3. Select Add eSIM, then Scan QR Code. Select the image icon and select the screenshot of your QR code.

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Step 2: Configure the plan

Make sure that your mobile data is using your eSIM line, not your primary line. This is to ensure you aren’t accidentally roaming on your existing plan.

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Set Data Roaming

Data Roaming ensures that your eSIM will connect to the internet, even when abroad.

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Go to Settings -> Connections -> Mobile Networks. Make sure that Data Roaming is enabled.

Samsung - Manual eSIM activation

Step 1: Download your plan

Note: Your device settings may vary slightly depending on your device manufacturer.

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  1. Go to Settings.
  2. Go to Connections, then Add mobile plan. This may also be called SIM manager.
  3. Select Add eSIM, then Scan QR Code.
  4. Select Enter activation code, then copy and paste the codes provided.

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Step 2: Configure the plan

Make sure that your mobile data is using your eSIM line, not your primary line. This is to ensure you aren’t accidentally roaming on your existing plan.

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Set Data Roaming

Data Roaming ensures that your eSIM will connect to the internet, even when abroad.

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Go to Settings -> Connections -> Mobile Networks. Make sure that Data Roaming is enabled.

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