Greenland eSIM

No! This is the #1 roaming trap. Although Greenland is part of the Kingdom of Denmark, it is NOT a member of the European Union (EU). Your "Roam Like at Home" (RLAH) plan does not apply. Most EU carriers (even Danish ones) charge extremely high "satellite" or "Rest of World" rates. A Cellesim eSIM is the only way to get a fixed, cheap price and avoid a massive shock bill. 

Planning the trip? See our Greenland eSIM plans, install in one tap before you fly, and land online. Free VPN included.

 You must set expectations. You will have reliable 4G/LTE coverage in all main towns and settlements (Ilulissat, Nuuk, Kangerlussuaq, Sisimiut). However, 99% of Greenland is an uninhabited ice cap with zero (0) mobile coverage. This eSIM is only for use in the towns and coastal areas, not for expeditions onto the ice cap. 

 To give you the best speed and coverage, our eSIM connects to Greenland’s only national provider, Tusass (formerly TELE Greenland). This is the premium network that provides all telecommunications for the island, ensuring you get the fastest and most reliable 4G signal available. 

Planning the trip? See our Greenland eSIM plans, install in one tap before you fly, and land online. Free VPN included.

Yes, perfectly. This is the ideal solution for cruise passengers. Your ship's satellite Wi-Fi is incredibly expensive. The moment your ship sails into the harbor at Ilulissat, Nuuk, or Qaqortoq, your eSIM will connect to the local 4G network. This allows you to leave the port, use maps, and upload your iceberg photos for the day. 

 At the Ilulissat Icefjord viewpoint (which is near the town), yes, the signal is strong. However, on multi-day treks like the Arctic Circle Trail (Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut), you must assume you will have NO signal for the entire 160km hike. This eSIM is for towns, not deep wilderness trekking. 

 Signal is strong when docked at ports like Qaqortoq and Sisimiut, but you will likely be offline while sailing the open sea between settlements. 

 Yes. Coverage is reliable at Kangerlussuaq, the primary international flight hub, allowing you to check connection status before flying to smaller towns. 

 Yes. While deep wilderness areas near Tasiilaq have no signal, having data at the trailhead is vital for coordinating with your guide and safety. 

 In major towns like Nuuk, 4G speeds are sufficient for emails and basic calls, but do not expect high-speed streaming found in Europe. 

Planning the trip? See our Greenland eSIM plans, install in one tap before you fly, and land online. Free VPN included.

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.