What is an eSim and how does it work ?

What is an eSIM ?

An eSIM is a digital SIM card embedded directly into your mobile device. It allows you to activate a mobile plan without needing to insert a physical SIM card.

With Orange Travel, select your eSIM based on your destination, purchase it online, and instantly receive a QR code by email to activate it. Stay connected anywhere in just a few clicks.

4 reasons why adopt eSIM

No more switching SIMs

eSIM stands for "embedded SIM." This means no physical card to insert or swap. With eSIM, you can have multiple profiles stored on your device.

Get connected in minutes

No need to visit a store or wait for SIM card delivery. Use your eSIM immediately, wherever you are, as long as your device is recognized by the operator.

Take control of your consumption

Manage your data usage with ease through the Orange Travel app. Top-up packages when you need them and only pay for what you use.

Better for the environment

Switching to eSIM reduces plastic waste and streamlines the production process—from manufacturing to distribution.

Is your smartphone compatible with eSIM technology?

  • iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • iPad Mini (5th generation), iPad Mini (6th generation)
  • iPad (7th generation), iPad (8th generation), iPad (9th generation), iPad (10th generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd gen), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th gen), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th gen), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th gen)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (1st gen), iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd gen), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd gen), iPad Pro 11-inch (4th gen)
  • iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Air (4th generation), iPad Air (5th generation)
  • iPhone SE (2020), iPhone SE (2022)
  • iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR
  • iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max
  • iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max
  • Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 3a, Pixel 3a XL
  • Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL
  • Pixel 5a, Pixel 5, Pixel 4a
  • Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 6
  • Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 7
  • Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Fold
  • Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro & Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • Explorer PRO, Blade 3, Blade 5G, myPhone NOW eSIM, myPhone Hammer Construction
  • Magic5 Pro, Magic4 Pro, Honor 90
  • P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro
  • Moto G54, Edge 40 Neo, Edge 40 Pro, Edge+, Razr 40 Ultra, Razr 2022, Razr 2019, Razr 5G, G53 5G
  • G60, XR21, X30
  • OnePlus 12, OnePlus 11
  • Reno6 Pro 5G, A55s 5G, Find N2 Flip, Find X3 Pro, Find X5, Find X5 Pro, Reno A
  • Nuu Mobile X5, Gemini PDA 4G+Wi-Fi, Fairphone 4
  • Rakuten Big, Rakuten Big S, Rakuten Mini, Rakuten Hand
  • Galaxy Note 20, Galaxy Note 20 5G, Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G
  • Galaxy Z Fold, Galaxy Z Fold 2, Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Fold 5
  • Galaxy Z Flip, Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G, Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Z Flip 5
  • Galaxy S20 5G, Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, Galaxy S20+ 5G, Galaxy S20 Ultra, Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
  • Galaxy S21 5G, Galaxy S21+ 5G, Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G
  • Galaxy S22 5G, Galaxy S22+ 5G, Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
  • Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, Galaxy S23 Ultra
  • Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, Galaxy S24 Ultra
  • AQUOS Sense 6 & 7 & 8, AQUOS R8 & R8 Pro, AQUOS R7, AQUOS R6, AQUOS Wish, AQUOS Zero 6
  • Xperia 1 V, Xperia 1 IV, Xperia 5 IV, Xperia 10 III Lite, Xperia 10 IV
  • X90 Pro, V29 (European Version), V29 Lite 5G (European Version)
  • 14 Pro, 13T, 13T Pro, 13, 13 Pro, 13 Lite, 12T Pro, Redmi Note 13 Pro, Redmi Note 13 Pro +, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

Apple

  • iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
  • iPad Mini (5th generation), iPad Mini (6th generation)
  • iPad (7th generation), iPad (8th generation), iPad (9th generation), iPad (10th generation)
  • iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd gen), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th gen), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th gen), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th gen)
  • iPad Pro 11-inch (1st gen), iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd gen), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd gen), iPad Pro 11-inch (4th gen)
  • iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Air (4th generation), iPad Air (5th generation)
  • iPhone SE (2020), iPhone SE (2022)
  • iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR
  • iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max
  • iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max

Google

  • Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 3a, Pixel 3a XL
  • Pixel 4, Pixel 4 XL
  • Pixel 5a, Pixel 5, Pixel 4a
  • Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 6
  • Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 7
  • Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Fold
  • Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro & Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Hammer

  • Explorer PRO, Blade 3, Blade 5G, myPhone NOW eSIM, myPhone Hammer Construction

Honor

  • Magic5 Pro, Magic4 Pro, Honor 90

Huawei

  • P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro

Motorola

  • Moto G54, Edge 40 Neo, Edge 40 Pro, Edge+, Razr 40 Ultra, Razr 2022, Razr 2019, Razr 5G, G53 5G

Nokia

  • G60, XR21, X30

OnePlus

  • OnePlus 12, OnePlus 11

Oppo

  • Reno6 Pro 5G, A55s 5G, Find N2 Flip, Find X3 Pro, Find X5, Find X5 Pro, Reno A

Others

  • Nuu Mobile X5, Gemini PDA 4G+Wi-Fi, Fairphone 4

Rakuten

  • Rakuten Big, Rakuten Big S, Rakuten Mini, Rakuten Hand

Samsung

  • Galaxy Note 20, Galaxy Note 20 5G, Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G
  • Galaxy Z Fold, Galaxy Z Fold 2, Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Fold 5
  • Galaxy Z Flip, Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G, Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Z Flip 5
  • Galaxy S20 5G, Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, Galaxy S20+ 5G, Galaxy S20 Ultra, Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
  • Galaxy S21 5G, Galaxy S21+ 5G, Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G
  • Galaxy S22 5G, Galaxy S22+ 5G, Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G
  • Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, Galaxy S23 Ultra
  • Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, Galaxy S24 Ultra

Sharp

  • AQUOS Sense 6 & 7 & 8, AQUOS R8 & R8 Pro, AQUOS R7, AQUOS R6, AQUOS Wish, AQUOS Zero 6

Sony

  • Xperia 1 V, Xperia 1 IV, Xperia 5 IV, Xperia 10 III Lite, Xperia 10 IV

Vivo

  • X90 Pro, V29 (European Version), V29 Lite 5G (European Version)

Xiaomi

  • 14 Pro, 13T, 13T Pro, 13, 13 Pro, 13 Lite, 12T Pro, Redmi Note 13 Pro, Redmi Note 13 Pro +, Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

Ready to enjoy the simplicity of eSIMs?

eSIMs let you travel connected without any hassle. No physical SIM, no complications. Discover our plans tailored for all your destinations.

Why choose Orange Travel?

  • Competitive pricesGreat deals for travelers worldwide, trusted by 250 million Orange customers.
  • Network qualityEnjoy one of the best network experiences worldwide, with Orange coverage in 30 countries and partnerships with leading carriers.
  • Customer serviceOur customer support is available 7 days a week to help you find, activate, and use your travel eSIM.
  • eSIM installation via appInstall your eSIM directly through the app — it's fast, convenient, and hassle-free.