Updated The Latest Listing devices are compatible with esim in Vietnam
- If you plan to take a Vietnam trip, have you prepared all things in your luggage? Personal items, visa, plane ticket, and an important thing – internet connection. eSIM for Vietnam travel is one of the most convenient to stay connected in Vietnam.
- If you were to use roaming data, you could be charged high fees. Secondly, they are very easy to acquire and you do not need to physically interact with any mobile service provider of an eSIM in Vietnam, keeping your travels as streamlined as possible!
- Want to use a Vietnam eSIM for your trip to the country? Make sure that you have an unlocked eSIM-compatible device.
- But which type of phones they are, and how to make sure your device is unlocked and eSIM-supported?
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1. List of eSIM-compatible devices
The list of compatible eSIM devices is getting longer and longer. It now includes 80 models of mobile phones, wearables, tablets, and laptops.
Let’s discover;
Apple (ios)
Ipad
Samsung (Android)
Google Pixel eSIM phones
Smart watches support esim in Vietnam
Laptops support esim in China
- Currently, only Windows eSIM laptops are available, Apple is yet to release a MacBook with an eSIM.
- Take a look at the list of laptops with eSIM capacity.
Is your device eSIM compatible and you are about to have a trip to Vietnam!
Still not sure if your device supports eSIM? Contact our support via email/live chat or contact your vendor/carrier directly.
2. How many eSIMs can be used on one eSIM-compatible device
The maximum number of eSIMs which can be installed on the device depends on your device model. This number ranges from 1 to 20. However, you are advised to have 3 at maximum in your device only, and only one eSIM can be active at one time.
| Model | Maximum number of eSIMs | Model | Maximum number of eSIMs | Model | Maximum number of eSIMs |
| iPhone XR | 20 | Watch series 4 | 1 | Galaxy S21 | 7 |
| iPhone XS | 20 | Watch series 5 | 1 | Galaxy S21+ 5G | 7 |
| iPhone XS Max | 20 | Watch series 6 | 1 | Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G | 7 |
| iPhone 11 | 20 | Watch SE | 1 | Galaxy S22 | 7 |
| iPhone 11 Pro | 20 | Pixel 3 | 7 | Galaxy S22+ | 7 |
| iPhone 11 Pro Max | 20 | Pixel 3a | 7 | Galaxy S22 Ultra | 7 |
| iPhone SE (2020) | 20 | Pixel 4 | 7 | Galaxy S23 | 7 |
| iPhone 12 Mini | 20 | Pixel 4a | 7 | Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G | 7 |
| iPhone 12 | 20 | Pixel 5 | 7 | Galaxy Note 20 | 7 |
| iPhone 12 Pro | 20 | Pixel 6 | 7 | Galaxy Z Fold3 5G | 7 |
| iPhone 12 Pro Max | 20 | Pixel 6a | 7 | X5 | 5 |
| iPhone 13 mini | 20 | Pixel 6 Pro | 7 | Gemini PDA | 5 |
| iPhone 13 | 20 | P40 | 5 | Rakuten Mini | 5 |
| iPhone 13 Pro | 20 | P40 Pro (not including the P40 Pro +) | 5 | Big-S | 5 |
| iPhone 13 Pro Max | 20 | Mate 40 Pro | 5 | Big | 5 |
| iPhone SE (2022) | 20 | Razr 2019 | 5 | Find X3 Pro | 5 |
| iPhone 14 | 20 | Razr 5G | 5 | Reno 5 A | 5 |
| iPhone 14 Pro | 20 | Galaxy Fold | 7 | Reno6 Pro 5G | 5 |
| iPhone 14 Pro Max | 20 | Galaxy Fold 3 | 7 | Find X5 | 5 |
| iPad Pro (2018 and onwards) | 20 | Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G | 7 | Find X5 Pro | 5 |
| iPad Air | 20 | Galaxy Z Flip | 7 | A55s | 5 |
| iPad | 20 | Galaxy Z Flip 5G | 7 | Xperia 10 III Lite | 5 |
| Watch series 3 | 1 | Galaxy Z Fold2 5G | 7 | Xperia 1 IV | 5 |
| Watch series 4 | 1 | Galaxy S20 | 7 | Magic 4 Pro | 5 |
3. My device is not on the compatible list and I want to know if I can use the eSIM with my device?
4. How to check my phone supports esim and is carrier-unlocked
It’s not difficult to figure out whether your phone is carrier-unlocked and supports eSIM or not, as all are shown in your phone’s settings. While your phone’s unlock status is well indicated through the SIM restriction/Network section, your phone’s eSIM capacity is well displayed via your phone’s IME (International Mobile Equipment Identity).
In the section below, we will guide you to check the unlock status and eSIM-capacity of your iOS and Android phones.
4.1 How to check if my iOS device is eSIM compatible and carrier unlocked?
In order to determine whether your iOS device is carrier unlocked and eSIM compatible or not, you will need to:
- Check its unlock by
- And then check its eSIM capacity by scrolling down to view the “AVAILABLE SIM” (iOS 15 and newer) or “DIGITAL SIM”(older iOS versions) section.
- It should contain an IMEI under AVAILABLE SIM or DIGITAL SIM, which means that the device is eSIM compatible.
If you have more than one SIM card on your device, you might need to temporarily disable or remove one of them before attempting to download the eSIM, depending on the capabilities of your device.
4.1 How to check if my iOS device is eSIM compatible and carrier unlocked?
In order to determine whether your iOS device is carrier unlocked and eSIM compatible or not, you will need to:
- Check its unlock by
- And then check its eSIM capacity by scrolling down to view the “AVAILABLE SIM” (iOS 15 and newer) or “DIGITAL SIM”(older iOS versions) section.
- It should contain an IMEI under AVAILABLE SIM or DIGITAL SIM, which means that the device is eSIM compatible.
If you have more than one SIM card on your device, you might need to temporarily disable or remove one of them before attempting to download the eSIM, depending on the capabilities of your device.
Check if your iPhone is carrier-unlocked and eSIM-compatible
4.2 How to check if my Android phone supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked?
In order to confirm that your Android device is carrier unlocked and supports eSIM, you will need to check its unlock status first and then find the “eSIM IMEI” number. Please follow the steps below:
For Samsung devices
Check its unlock status by:
Going to Settings > Connections (or Network & Internet, or other variations depending on brand and model)
Selecting Mobile network (or Cellular network, or other variation depending on brand and model)
Tapping Advanced (if needed) and selecting Choose Network (or Automatically select network, or another variant to open the list of carriers).
If several carriers appear, the chances are that your phone is unlocked and just needs the appropriate SIM card. For further confirmation, continue to the step below.
Removing the old SIM card from your phone and insert the newly activated one from the other carrier. Trying using mobile data to browse the internet but ensuring that Wi-Fi is disabled.
>> If you successfully browsed the internet, your phone is definitely unlocked.
For Samsung devices
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Now, check your phone’s eSIM-compatibility by:
- Going to Settings
- If in Settings you see a search bar, typing in “IMEI”, and the option “IMEI information” (or similar) should show up (otherwise, you will need to go to About phone> Status).
- Tap “IMEI information”
- If the “IMEI (eSIM)” is available, it should mean that your device supports eSIM.
Other Android devices
Check if your Google phone is eSIM-compatible
- Check the unlock status in the same way as you do with the Samsung phones
- Then, dial *#06# to check the eSIM capacity.
- In case your device is eSIM-compatible, you should be able to view your device’s eSIM unique identification number (EID)
5. FAQs
How to check if my phone is carrier unlocked?
To check your phone’s unlock status, you can do as guided above. Alternatively, you can power down your phone, place a new SIM card (for your new carrier) into the SIM tray on the side of the iPhone, then power the device back on, and make a call to see it’s carrier-unlocked or not.
If you’re unsure about your device being locked or unlocked, you can contact your cellular provider about the status of your mobile phone. If, for example, you are still paying off your phone through a mobile contract, it is likely that your phone is locked.
How do I know if my Samsung S20/21 is FE or not?
To check your Samsung S20/21 is FE or not, please go toSettings>>About phone, and then check your phone model name. If it’s FE version, you will see the letters “FE” there. For example, the photo below shows you: “Galaxy S21 FE 5G“.
What should I do if my phone is not compatible with eSIM? How can I connect to the internet on my travel to Vietnam?
If your phone does not support eSIM technology, you can buy a physical Vietnam SIM Card at Vietnam airport upon arrival or within the country when you are there..
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