How to install an eSIM on Android (Samsung, Google Pixel and other models)
Android Installing an eSIM is as easy as on iPhone; only the menu names differ by brand. Before you start, connect to Wi-Fi and open the email with the QR Code on another device
Samsung Galaxy
- Settings โบ Connections โบ SIM manager
- Tap Add eSIM then select Scan QR Code
- Scan the QR from the email and wait until it says added successfully
- In SIM Manager, set Mobile data use the new eSIM, while Calls / SMS Use your Thai SIM
Google Pixel
- Settings โบ Network & internet โบ SIMs
- Tap Add SIM then select Download the SIM instead (or similar wording)
- Scan the QR from the email, then set the new eSIM as the line for Mobile internet
Other brands (OPPO, Xiaomi, vivo, etc.)
Open Settings and search for eSIM or SIM The menu takes you straight to the page for adding an eSIM. If this menu is missing, the model may not support eSIM โ use Compatible devices page or choose a SIM card instead
Arrive at destination
- Open Roaming to the new eSIM (Samsung: Connections โบ Mobile networks โบ Data roaming)
- Turn off data roaming on your Thai SIM to avoid Thai carrier charges
- Still no data? Turn airplane mode on and off, or set the APN as shown on the package page