Get Connected Instantly — eSIM for 200+ Countries

Most modern smartphones support eSIM: iPhone XS and newer (all models after 2018), Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and most flagship Android phones from 2020 onwards. Your phone must also be "unlocked" — not locked to a single carrier. Check Settings > General > About > Available SIM (iPhone) or Settings > Connections > SIM Manager (Samsung) to confirm eSIM support.

Yes. On dual-SIM devices (most modern smartphones), your physical SIM and eSIM run simultaneously. You keep your regular number for calls and SMS while using the Airalo eSIM for data. Simply set the Airalo eSIM as your "Cellular Data" source in settings and your home SIM for calls. You can receive calls and messages on your regular number without paying roaming fees for data.

Airalo eSIM plans start when you first use data — not when you install or activate the SIM profile. This means you can install the eSIM at home before your trip and the validity countdown only begins once you actually connect in your destination country. You won't waste any days during transit.

You can top up or purchase a new Airalo plan at any time through the app — no need to visit a store or wait for delivery. Top-ups are available for most destinations. If your plan has expired but you still have data remaining, the data stays available until you exhaust it. Airalo also sends low-data notifications so you're never caught off guard.