India eSIM

No! This is the single biggest advantage of our eSIM. Due to India's strict laws, buying a physical local SIM card at Delhi (DEL) or Mumbai (BOM) airport requires a mandatory, slow, and complicated registration process (passport, visa, photo, local address). Cellesim eSIMs are roaming-based, which means you are exempt from all this bureaucracy. You can buy online, install instantly, and skip the registration queues. 

 To give you the best speed and coverage, our eSIM connects to India’s premium Tier-1 networks, typically Reliance Jio or Airtel. These are widely regarded as the #1 and #2 providers with the fastest speeds and the most extensive 4G/5G coverage, ensuring you stay connected. 

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

Yes, absolutely. Our eSIM connects to premium networks that provide excellent, high-speed 4G/5G coverage not just in Delhi and Mumbai, but on all major tourist routes, including Agra (for the Taj Mahal), Jaipur, Rajasthan, and the beaches of Goa. 

Yes. This is the perfect reason to get an eSIM. Uber and Ola are essential apps for navigating cities. Our eSIM can be installed before you fly, so you are connected the moment you land, allowing you to order a ride from the airport without having to use the chaotic public Wi-Fi or get scammed by local taxis. 

No. This is a data-only eSIM and does not come with a local Indian phone number. This is a critical point, as booking trains on IRCTC (Indian Railways) often requires a local +91 number for an OTP. This eSIM is for high-speed data (Maps, Uber, WhatsApp), not for local SMS verification. 

Warning: This is a restricted area. You must set expectations. Due to government regulations, prepaid roaming SIMs do not work in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) and Ladakh. This eSIM will work in 99% of India (Delhi, Goa, South, etc.), but you will lose signal if you travel to J&K or Ladakh. 

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

No, they are not blocked. Unlike in China, India has an open internet. You can use WhatsApp (including calls), Google Maps, Facebook, Instagram, and all your favorite apps without any restrictions or the need for a VPN. 

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

 Yes. You will generally have signal near Alleppey and Kumarakom, but the connection may drop briefly while cruising the open backwaters or canals. 

 Yes. Zomato and Swiggy are the primary food delivery apps in India, and reliable data is essential to order safe meals to your hotel. 

Planning the trip? See our India 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.