How to Install a Travel eSIM on Android

Clear setup paths for Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy, plus the settings to check before and after arrival.

Quick answer On Google Pixel, open Settings > Network & internet > SIMs > Add SIM > Set up an eSIM. On Samsung Galaxy, open Settings > Connections > SIM manager > Add eSIM. Scan the provider QR code and follow the prompts. Before installation Menu names vary by manufacturer and Android version. Confirm the exact regional device variant supports eSIM. Connect to Wi-Fi before downloading the profile. Keep the activation details until the plan is working. Google Pixel steps Open Settings. Tap Network & internet, then SIMs. Tap Add SIM and Set up an eSIM. Choose the provider or scan the supplied QR code. Set the new SIM as the preferred line for mobile data when required. Samsung Galaxy steps Open Settings. Tap Connections, then SIM manager. Tap Add eSIM. Choose Scan QR code or the available carrier setup option. Enable the plan and choose it for mobile data. After landing Enable the travel eSIM and mobile data, then follow the plan's data-roaming instruction. If there is no connection, restart the phone, confirm the travel SIM is selected for data and try automatic network selection. Android eSIM FAQs Why is Add eSIM missing? The exact model, regional variant, carrier firmware or device lock may not support eSIM. Verify the model with the manufacturer and carrier. Can Android use two eSIMs at once? Some newer devices can, but support depends on model and carrier. Google states that eligible Pixel 7 and later devices may use two eSIM profiles when the carrier supports it. Should I change the APN? Only use APN details supplied for your plan. First verify line selection, roaming, restart and network selection.