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Apple iPhone 12 / iPhone 12 mini - Insert / Remove SIM Card

2026-10-22 17:08:16.47

Apple iPhone 12 / iPhone 12 mini - Insert / Remove SIM Card

Here's how to properly insert / remove a SIM card for your iPhone 12 / iPhone 12 mini to avoid potential service issues.
  • Don't attempt to insert or remove the SIM card while your Apple® iPhone® 12 / iPhone 12 mini is powered on. Doing so may harm the SIM card and / or the device.
  • If you're using an eSIM, there is no physical SIM card to insert or remove.
  1. Ensure the device is powered off.
  2. From the left-lower edge of the device, remove the SIM card tray.
    Utilize the SIM eject tool (or paperclip) to unlock the tray by inserting it into the slot.
  3. Do one of the following:
    • Insert SIM card
      Ensure the gold contacts are facing the screen and the notch is located on the top.
      Insert SIM card
    • Remove SIM card
      Once the tray is removed, lift the SIM card from the tray.
      Remove SIM card
  4. Insert the SIM card tray.
    Press in on the tray to lock it into place.