eSIM on Samsung Galaxy: Supported Models and Setup (2026)
Which Galaxy phones support eSIM, the exact setup steps, and the carrier-variant gotcha that catches Samsung owners out.
Samsung has supported eSIM across its flagship range since the Galaxy S20, but with one wrinkle: some carrier-branded variants ship with it disabled. Here is how to know for sure.
Short answer: Galaxy S20 and newer, Z Fold and Z Flip (all generations) and Note 20 support eSIM. Some US carrier-locked variants and certain regional models disable it — the *#06# EID test is the only reliable check.
Which Galaxy models support eSIM?
- Galaxy S series: S20, S21, S22, S23, S24, S25 and their Plus/Ultra variants
- Galaxy Z series: Z Fold and Z Flip, every generation
- Galaxy Note: Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra
- Galaxy A series: limited — a few models (like the A54/A55 in some regions) support it, most do not
The carrier-variant gotcha
Unlike Apple, Samsung's eSIM support varies by region and carrier. Two phones with the same model number can differ. Do not trust a spec sheet — test your actual device:
- Dial *#06#. If an EID appears alongside the IMEI, you have eSIM.
- Or go to Settings → Connections → SIM manager and look for Add eSIM.
If there is no EID, the hardware or firmware has it disabled and no plan will install.
How to install an eSIM on a Galaxy
- Connect to Wi-Fi.
- Settings → Connections → SIM manager → Add eSIM.
- Tap Scan QR code from service provider and scan your code (or choose to enter the details manually).
- Confirm and name the line "Travel".
- On arrival: in SIM manager, set the eSIM as Mobile data, and enable Roaming for that line.
Wording shifts slightly between One UI versions, but the path is always SIM manager → Add eSIM.
Dual SIM on Galaxy
Galaxy phones handle a physical SIM plus eSIM simultaneously. Set your home SIM for calls with roaming off, and your travel eSIM as mobile data with roaming on — the combination explained in our dual SIM guide.
The bottom line
If your Galaxy is an S20 or newer and shows an EID, it takes a travel eSIM in two minutes. Browse plans for 190+ destinations and install before you fly.
Samsung rule: trust *#06#, not the spec sheet. Carrier variants are the difference.