Does my phone support eSIM? How to check before you travel

Check eSIM support by dialling *#06# and looking for an EID, then confirm your phone is unlocked before buying a travel eSIM.

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By BoardedIn Editorial Team · Sources checked 2026-11-01

Verdict

If *#06# shows a 32-digit EID and your phone is not locked to a carrier, you can use a travel eSIM.

Key facts

Quick check: Dial *#06# — look for a 32-digit EID
Must also be: Not carrier-locked; not jailbroken or rooted

Step 1: look for the EID

Open the phone app you use for normal calls (not WhatsApp or another messaging app) and dial *#06#. If a 32-digit number labelled EID appears, the phone has an eSIM chip.

Step 2: check it is unlocked

A phone bought on a contract may be locked to its carrier, which blocks other eSIMs. Ask your carrier, or check your phone's settings, before you buy. Jailbroken iPhones and rooted Android phones are also not supported by providers such as Airalo.

Watch out for regional models

Some regional versions of phones that normally support eSIM ship without it. If your model is not on a provider's compatibility list, confirm with the manufacturer.

Sources

Airalo — What devices support eSIM?

Checked against official sources on 2026-11-01. This page is based on what the provider publishes, not on our own testing, and was drafted with AI assistance. Prices and terms can change.