Nigeria eSIM

Most flagship smartphones released since 2018-2019 support eSIM, including iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and Samsung Galaxy S20 series and newer. Tablets, smartwatches and an increasing number of laptops also support eSIM. The fastest way to verify your specific device is to check Settings , if you see "Add eSIM" or "Add cellular plan" as an option, you're compatible.

eSIM compatibility is now standard across the high-end smartphone market and rapidly spreading into mid-range devices. Cellesim works with any unlocked, eSIM-capable device , no special configuration needed beyond scanning the QR code we send you.

iPhones with eSIM support

• iPhone XS, XS Max, XR (2018) , first iPhones with eSIM (one physical SIM + one eSIM).
• iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max (2019).
• iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max (2020).
• iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max (2021) , supports two active eSIMs simultaneously.
• iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max (2022) , US versions are eSIM-only (no physical SIM tray).
• iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, iPhone SE 3 and later , full eSIM support.

Google Pixel with eSIM support

• Pixel 3 / 3 XL and all later models (Pixel 4, 4a, 5, 5a, 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, 8, 8 Pro, Pixel Fold).

Samsung Galaxy with eSIM support

• Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, S20 FE (2020) , first Galaxy with eSIM.
• Galaxy S21 / S22 / S23 / S24 series (all variants except some regional versions).
• Galaxy Z Fold 2, 3, 4, 5 and Z Flip 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
• Galaxy Note 20, 20 Ultra.
• Note: Some regional Samsung variants (e.g., specific Hong Kong dual-SIM physical models) may not support eSIM. Check Settings → Connections → SIM Card Manager.

Other Android devices with eSIM

• Huawei: P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro and newer flagships.
• Motorola: Razr (2019+), Edge 30 series, ThinkPhone.
• Xiaomi: Mi 11 series and newer (international versions).
• OnePlus: OnePlus 11, 12 (verify region).
• Sony: Xperia 1 IV, 5 IV, 10 IV and newer.
• Nokia / HMD: G60, X30 5G.

How to verify eSIM support on your device

1. iPhone: Settings → Cellular → look for "Add eSIM" or "Add Cellular Plan". You can also dial *#06# , if you see an "EID" (32-digit number), your phone has eSIM hardware.
2. Android: Settings → Connections (or Network & Internet) → SIM Cards → look for "Download a SIM instead" or "Add eSIM".
3. EID check: most eSIM-capable Android phones show EID in Settings → About Phone → Status.

Tip: Even if your phone supports eSIM hardware, it must be unlocked (not carrier-locked) to use third-party eSIMs like Cellesim. Most phones bought outright are unlocked; phones from carrier instalment plans may require unlocking after the contract is paid off.

Almost every flagship smartphone released since 2019 supports eSIM, making it ideal for international travel. Compatible models include iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, plus a growing list of mid-range devices. If your phone has Settings → Cellular → "Add eSIM", you're ready to use a Cellesim plan abroad.

Travellers benefit most from eSIM because it eliminates the airport SIM-card queue, removes the need to swap your home SIM out, and lets you keep your usual phone number active for SMS verification. A Cellesim travel eSIM activates the moment you land , no shop visit required.

Best eSIM-compatible travel phones

• iPhone (2018+): XS, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 series and SE 3rd gen , all support Dual SIM with one physical SIM + one eSIM. iPhone 14/15/16 in the US is eSIM-only.
• Google Pixel (2018+): Pixel 3 through Pixel 9 , all support eSIM. Pixel 7 Pro and newer support multiple active eSIMs.
• Samsung Galaxy (2020+): S20, S21, S22, S23, S24, S25, Note 20, Fold and Flip series.
• Motorola: Razr (2019+), Edge 30/40, ThinkPhone , most newer flagships.
• OnePlus: OnePlus 11, 12 , varies by region.
• Sony: Xperia 1 IV / V, Xperia 10 IV / V.
• Xiaomi: Mi 11 international and newer flagships.
• Nokia/HMD: G60 5G, X30 5G.

What to check before buying a travel eSIM

1. eSIM hardware: dial *#06# , if an EID number appears, you're compatible.
2. Carrier unlock status: phones bought on instalment plans may be locked to your home carrier. Most outright purchases are unlocked.
3. iOS version: iOS 12.1 or newer for full eSIM support.
4. Android version: Android 9 or newer typically supports eSIM, though it depends on the manufacturer.
5. Region-specific variants: some Samsung models sold in Hong Kong or China are dual physical SIM with no eSIM , verify your specific model number.

Travel-friendly phones that don't support eSIM

• iPhones older than XS (iPhone X, 8, 7, 6 series).
• Most budget Android phones (entry-level Samsung A series before A53, Xiaomi Redmi entry models).
• Older Huawei devices without Google Services.
• Region-specific dual physical SIM variants (verify model number).

Tip: if your current phone doesn't support eSIM but you travel often, an unlocked, mid-range eSIM-capable phone (e.g., Pixel 7a, iPhone SE 3, Samsung Galaxy A55) makes an excellent secondary travel device , pair it with a Cellesim plan and you have a full mobile internet kit for any destination.

Nej, det gør du ikke. At få et lokalt fysisk SIM-kort i Nigeria kræver en kompleks registreringsproces, der involverer biometrisk registrering og tilknytning af et NIN (National Identification Number), som kan tage timer i lufthavnen. Cellesim eSIM'er er kun data og forhåndsregistreret til rejsebrug, hvilket giver dig mulighed for at springe bureaukratiet over og komme online med det samme uden at indsende biometriske data. 

 Plidelighed er nøglen i Nigeria. Vores eSIM forbinder til landets største og mest stabile netværk, typisk MTN Nigeria eller Airtel. Disse operatører tilbyder den bredeste dækning og de mest ensartede hastigheder, hvilket sikrer, at du forbliver forbundet, uanset om du lukker en aftale i Lagos eller besøger familie i Abuja. 

Ja. Nigeria er et vigtigt knudepunkt for international virksomhed. I større byer som Lagos (Victoria Island, Ikeja), Abuja og Port Harcourt giver vores eSIM højhastigheds 4G/LTE-forbindelse, der er velegnet til Zoom-opkald, Microsoft Teams-møder og håndtering af store e-mailvedhæftede filer uden afbrydelser. 

Dækningen er fremragende i alle større statshovedstæder og bycentre. Nigeria er dog et stort land. Hvis du rejser til fjerntliggende landsbyer eller rejser ad landevejen mellem stater, kan signalet skifte til 3G eller være intermitterende i ubebyggede områder. Vores eSIM søger automatisk det stærkeste tilgængelige signal fra vores partnernetværk. 

 Denne specifikke plan er kun gyldig i Nigeria. Forretningsrejsende besøger ofte flere lande i Vestafrika (f.eks. Ghana, Benin, Togo). Hvis din rejseplan involverer at krydse grænser, skal du bruge et separat eSIM eller bør overveje vores Afrika eller Globale eSIM-planer for at opretholde forbindelsen i hele regionen. 

 Det gør de fleste moderne telefoner, men du skal tjekke vores specifikke liste her: eSIM-kompatible enheder for at være 100 % sikker, før du køber. 

Ja. Bolt og Uber er de primære måder at navigere Lagos og Abuja sikkert på. Pålidelige data er afgørende for at booke ture og spore din tur i realtid for at undgå de berømte "go-slow" trafikpropper. 

Ja. Du vil generelt have et stærkt signal på Lekki Conservation Centre, så du kan livestreame din tur på den længste baldakingang i Afrika uden afbrydelser. 

Ja. Dækningen er pålidelig langs hovedmotorvejen nær Suleja, hvor Zuma Rock er placeret, perfekt til at uploade billeder af den ikoniske monolit ofte kaldet "Porten til Abuja". 

Absolut. Kontanter kan nogle gange være knappe, og digitale betalinger via apps som OPay, PalmPay eller standard bankoverførselsapps er meget udbredt; aktive data er afgørende for at foretage øjeblikkelige betalinger i butikker og restauranter.