How to Install eSIM on Android: Complete Guide 2026

Do you have an Android and just purchased an eSIM? In this guide, we will walk through the complete installation procedure for the main Android models: Samsung, Google Pixel, Motorola, Xiaomi, and others.

Android devices compatible with eSIM

Compatibility depends on the exact model. The most common ones:

• Samsung Galaxy: S20+ or higher, Z Fold (all), Z Flip (all), Note 20 Ultra, A55/A54, some versions of A34
• Google Pixel: Pixel 3 XL and higher (Pixel 3 XL, 4, 4a, 4a 5G, 5, 5a, 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7 series, 8 series, 9 series)
• Motorola: Razr (2019+), Edge Plus, Edge 40 Neo, Moto G 5G (2022), some variants of Edge
• Xiaomi: Xiaomi 12T Pro, 13 (Global), 14, Mix Fold (Global)
• OnePlus: Open, 11 (Global in some markets), Nord N30
• Huawei: P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro (outside China)

Check the full compatibility list if you have any doubts.

Samsung Galaxy (One UI)

1. Open Settings.
2. Tap on Connections → SIM Manager.
3. Scroll to "More mobile plan settings" → Add mobile plan.
4. Select Scan provider QR code.
5. Point the camera at the received QR code.
6. Confirm and wait for the profile download (30 seconds to 1 minute).
7. Give a nickname to the eSIM (e.g., "Easy Chip Europe").
8. Choose which SIM to use for mobile data.

Google Pixel (pure Android)

1. Settings → Network & internet.
2. Tap on Sims → + Add eSIM.
3. Tap on Download a SIM instead? (or equivalent in PT).
4. Scan the QR code.
5. Confirm and wait.
6. Activate the eSIM and choose it as the data SIM.

Motorola (MyUX)

1. Settings → Network & Internet → Sims.
2. Tap on Download a SIM.
3. Tap on Next on the information screen.
4. Scan the QR code.
5. Confirm.

Xiaomi / Redmi (MIUI and HyperOS)

1. Settings → SIM cards and mobile networks.
2. Tap on + Add eSIM.
3. Scan the QR code.
4. Activate.

Important settings after installation

• Mobile data turned off until destination: this prevents the plan from starting to count.
• Data roaming enabled on the eSIM: required to connect to the local network at the destination.
• Main SIM for calls: keep the Brazilian SIM as the primary for voice.
• eSIM as data SIM: only after activating mobile data on the eSIM does the plan start to count.

How to activate at the destination

1. Upon arriving in the country, open Settings → Sims.
2. Select the eSIM "Easy Chip".
3. Activate Mobile Data and Data Roaming.
4. Wait a few seconds for the device to register on the local network.
5. Test by opening any website.

Common problems and solutions

• QR code not scanning: increase the screen brightness where the QR is, move the camera back a few centimeters.
• "Could not download the eSIM": check if you are on Wi-Fi, restart the phone, and try again.
• No signal at the destination: activate airplane mode for 10 seconds, deactivate it, and try again. Check if "Data Roaming" is enabled on the eSIM.
• "Add eSIM" not appearing: your model may not be compatible or may be locked by the carrier. Check here.

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