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Apple iPhone - Add Cellular Plan Using an eSIM

2026-10-22 14:58:20.055

Apple iPhone - Add Cellular Plan Using an eSIM

Here's info on how to add a cellular plan for your eSIM to your dual SIM capable iPhone.
Before completing the steps below, verify:
  • You have one of the following Apple® iPhone® models:
    • iPhone XS / XS Max or newer
    • iPhone SE (3rd Gen)
  • Your device is connected to the Verizon wireless network or has a Wi-Fi connection.
    The eSIM won't activate if you're outside of the Verizon wireless coverage area. Ensure you activate the eSIM prior to traveling abroad.
  • iPhone 14 models should be connected to Wi-Fi as the Primary method for activation. If Wi-Fi isn't available, you can continue.
    iPhone 13 or older requires Wi-Fi for activation.
  • Your device is unlocked:
    Only unlocked devices are eligible for the dual SIM functionality.
    • iPhones purchased directly from Verizon are unlocked 60 days after purchase.
    • iPhones purchased directly from Apple are always unlocked.
    • For iPhones purchased from another carrier, refer to the lock policies for AT&T, Sprint or T-Mobile.
  • Your eSIM activation has been processed:
    • QR code is not required, for an iPhone 12 or newer, or the iPhone SE (3rd Gen).
      The QR code can be seen in step 2.
  1. From a Home screen, tap
    Settings
     Settings icon.
    If an app isn't available on your Home screen, swipe left to access the App Library.
  2. Tap the
    Set Up Cellular
     (top of the Settings menu) then tap
    Continue
    .
    If unavailable, do the following:
    1. Tap
      Cellular
      .
    2. Tap
      Set Up Cellular
       or
      Add eSIM
      .
    3. From the 'Set Up Cellular' screen, do one of the following:
      To transfer the eSIM or physical SIM card from your iPhone to an eSIM on your Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) iPhone, refer to Transfer SIM / eSIM.
      • Tap
        Install cellular plan
        .
        Only appears for  iPhone 12 or newer, and iPhone SE (3rd Gen).
        Install Cellular Plan
      • Tap
        Use QR Code
        .
        1. Scan this QR code using your iPhone's camera then follow the prompts to complete activation.
          QR is not required for iPhone 12 or newer, and iPhone SE (3rd Gen).
          The Enter Details Manually option isn't supported at this time.
        2. Allow a few moments for the activation to complete.
  3. If you have an activated physical SIM card in your iPhone, do the following:
    iPhone 14 models do not use a physical SIM card.
    1. From the 'Cellular Plan Labels' screen, tap
      Primary
      .
      Tap Primary
    2. Tap the desired label then tap
      Done
       (upper-left).
      Select Label
    3. Tap
      Secondary
      .
      This is the newly added plan.
      Tap Secondary
    4. Select the desired label then tap
      Done
       (upper-left).
      Select Label
    5. Tap
      Continue
      .
    6. Tap the default line (e.g., Primary, Secondary, etc.) used to call or send messages to people who aren't in your contacts then tap
      Continue
      .
      Selected when a checkmark is present.
      Select Default Line
    7. Tap (check) the cellular plan(s) you want to use for iMessage® and FaceTime® then tap
      Continue
      .
      Select the cellular plan(s) used for iMessage and FaceTime
    8. Tap the default line (e.g., Primary, Secondary, etc.) used for cellular data then tap
      Continue
      .
      Tap the
      Allow Cellular Data Switching switch
       On switch icon to allow your phone to use cellular data from both lines depending on coverage and availability.