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Apple Watch - Dual SIM with an eSIM - Switch Between Plans

2026-10-22 17:07:57.064

Apple Watch - Dual SIM with an eSIM - Switch Between Plans

Here's info on how to switch between the cellular plans used on your dual SIM capable iPhone from your Apple Watch.
  • Only 1 Verizon mobile number can be activated on an Apple Watch® at a time.
  • You can have 1 Verizon mobile number and 1 from another carrier activated; however, they can't be used simultaneously.
    For instructions on switching between mobile numbers, refer to Switch Between Plans.
  • The steps below apply to the Apple Watch Series 3 and newer models.
  • Before completing the steps below, ensure:
    • Your watch is set up with one of the following Apple® iPhone XS®, XS Max, XR or later running iOS 12.1 or later.
    • You have a cellular plan set up on both your physical SIM and eSIM.
      For info on adding a cellular plan to your eSIM, refer to Add Cellular Plan.
    • You have added multiple cellular plans to your Apple Watch.
  1. From a Home screen, navigate:
    Watch Watch app icon
    My Watch
    (lower-left).
  2. Tap
    Cellular
    .
  3. Tap the plan you want to use (e.g., Primary, Secondary, (555) 555-5555, etc.).
    To switch plans directly from your watch, navigate:
    Settings
    Cellular
    then choose the plan you want to use.
For additional info on using your Apple Watch with a Dual SIM capable iPhone, refer to this Apple support page.