Does the iPhone 15 support eSIM?

Short answer

The iPhone 15 supports eSIM, but there are exceptions depending on where it was bought.

Brand: Apple
Released: 2023
Operating system at launch: iOS 17
Maximum active eSIMs on supported variants: 2

Careful: same model, different country, different answer

Confirm the exact model number, sales region and carrier restrictions before buying a plan.

US versions have no physical SIM tray. Mainland China versions and the Hong Kong/Macao dual nano-SIM versions differ from eSIM-enabled versions. Confirm the exact model number.

How to check eSIM support on your iPhone 15

Check the following settings. Menu names can vary with software version and phone language.

Settings → General → About: check the model number, EID and Carrier Lock.

An EID or an Add eSIM menu helps identify eSIM capability. If either is missing, check the exact model and current software with the manufacturer; absence alone is not a conclusive diagnosis.

How to install an eSIM on the iPhone 15

Use the installation method supplied with your order. Direct installation, a QR code or manual details may be available depending on the device and package. An internet connection is needed for setup.

For a supported device, begin with this menu and follow your order instructions:

Settings → Cellular / Mobile Data → Add eSIM (older software may say Add Cellular Plan).

Checks before using iPhone 15 abroad

Check the device and the purchased package separately. Keep an installed eSIM profile while asking support for help.

If Carrier Lock shows a restriction, ask the original carrier about unlocking before buying a travel profile.
Choose the intended mobile-data line and follow the purchased plan’s roaming instructions. Successful profile installation alone does not confirm usable data.

iPhone 15 and eSIM: frequently asked questions

Which SIM combinations can I use on the iPhone 15?

On supported regional versions, two eSIMs can be active, or one nano-SIM and one eSIM where a SIM tray is present. This does not mean three active lines; US versions have no physical SIM tray.

Should I install the eSIM before I fly?

Read the order instructions before installing. Adding a profile and starting the package validity are different checks; the purchased plan determines the start condition.

Will my phone number change when I install an eSIM?

Adding a travel profile does not transfer your existing number to that profile. Calls and SMS on your home number still depend on your home carrier. A data connection does not guarantee bank SMS delivery.

Can I move the eSIM to another phone?

Transfer and reinstallation depend on the provider, device and purchased package. Do not assume a QR code can be reused. Ask support before deleting or moving an installed profile.

Other models that support eSIM

Choose a travel plan for your iPhone 15

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Manufacturer sources

Device facts checked on 12 September 2026. Read the manufacturer guidance for your exact regional model.