There are two install options offered in this help guide, either "install using a QR code" or "manual install"
Before starting the install, it is important you have the following three components:
- A strong internet connection - Ideally using a Wifi network or a good 4G connection
- An eSIM compatible device - If unsure, a list of compatible devices is provided here
- The device is not locked to one particular network - If unsure, an article has been provided to talk you through how to determine the "locked / unlocked" status of a device, click here
Don't forget to turn on "Data Roaming" after install!
Option 1 – Install Using A QR Code
Step 1.
Step 3. - Now configure your SIM / eSIM settings correctly
3.1) Leave "Calls" and "Messages" set to your original primary SIM
3.2) Tap "Mobile Data" > Select the eSIM > Tap "Change"
- From the home screen, tap the Menu button.
- In the phone configuration, select “Wireless and network.”
- Tap the “Mobile Networks” option.
- Scroll down and tap on “Access point name or APN.”
- Tap on the three-dot menu in the upper right corner of the screen.
- Tap on “New APN” and enter the APN details from https://myaccount.simfinity.ai/ > eSIM lines>More information.
- Once it’s done, click on the ‘Save’ option in the upper right corner of the screen.
Option 2 – By adding the eSIM manually
If you are experiencing issues scanning the QR code or are unable to scan the QR code, you can enter eSIM details manually. Please follow these steps:
- Go to your account to find your QR code
- Go to Settings on your device
- Tap on Network & Internet
- Tap the Add icon next to Mobile Network
- Tap Next when asked, “Don’t have a SIM card?”
- Tap Enter Code Manually. You will be asked to enter your SM-DP+Adress in the following format: LPA:1$SMDP+ADDRESS$ACTIVATIONCODE
- Turn on your eSIM under Mobile Network
- Enable Mobile data
- Enable Data Roaming (Please turn off your primary line to avoid roaming charges from your carrier provider when overseas)
- If you still don't have connectivity, please check your APN (access point names) settings, probably your APN was not set automatically. You can set the APN manually, please find the APN details in https://myaccount.simfinity.ai/ > eSIM lines > More information
The eSIM QR code is unique and can be installed only once. If you have lost or changed your device or removed the eSIM accidently, you need to purchase a new one. We will support transfer the unused data to your new line. You can contact us via chat on our website - https://simfinity.ai/ or email support@simfinity.ai and we will assist you with any issue.