โ๏ธ Mobile Data and Roaming
How to Install Travel eSIM Before Departure and Configure Data Roaming
Installing an international travel eSIM before departure ensures immediate data connectivity upon arrival at your destination. Following the correct setup steps from device compatibility checks to network switching prevents unexpected data connection failures.
This one is about Mobile Data and Roaming โ something worth settling before departure so you are not spending local time on it. Work through the 3 checkpoints below in order.
Key checkpoints
- Dial *#06# on your phone to verify that an EID number appears for eSIM compatibility, and confirm that your carrier network lock is removed.
- Scan the provided QR code while connected to a stable Wi-Fi network at home or the airport on departure day to add the eSIM profile.
- Switch your cellular data line to the eSIM and enable data roaming upon arrival, while keeping data roaming turned off on your primary SIM if maintaining regular reception.
What to do before departure, in order
Two rules decide the order. First, anything with a deadline โ pre-registration, bookings, documents to be issued: miss the cut-off and there is no substitute. Then whatever also works locally, which costs little to postpone.
Most of the items above can only be done before you leave. After arrival, patchy connectivity and opening hours make them harder, so finish what you can while you are still at home.
Never delete an installed eSIM profile if data fails to connect because it cannot be reissued; restart your device and perform a manual network search instead.