Apple iPad (7th generation) eSIM compatible?

Check if your Apple iPad (7th generation) eSIM compatible. Ensure a smooth transition to digital SIM cards with our step-by-step guide.

Your Apple iPad (7th generation) should support eSIM

Apple iPad (7th generation) eSIM Compatibility

Seamlessly Compatible: Unlock the Power of eSIM with Your Apple iPad (7th generation)

Let's ensure it's not restricted to any specific carrier or network.

Open the Settings app on your Apple device.
Tap on "General".
Tap on "About".
Look for the "Carrier Lock" or "Network Provider Lock" section.

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If it says "No SIM restrictions," your device is unlocked.
If it shows other information or the section is missing, your device may be carrier locked.

Please note, certain carriers may have policies preventing unlocking within the initial six months of use.

*The following Apple devices DO NOT have eSIM capability:

iPhone devices from mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao (except iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone SE 2020, and iPhone XS).
Apple Watch are currently NOT compatible.

*For iPhone and iPad purchased in TURKEY:

If you set up your device for the first time after June 23, 2020, your eSIM activates after setup. Contact your carrier if eSIM is not activated.
For devices set up before this date, follow instructions on this link to activate eSIM. The procedure may require erasing your device data – make sure to backup beforehand.

*Only iPad devices with Wi-Fi + Cellular capability are supported (except devices purchased in mainland China, Hong Kong, or Macao).

iPad (7th generation) and eSIM: what to know

The iPad (7th generation) does not support eSIM. It cannot store or use any eSIM profile, so an eSIM cannot be installed on it. Cellular versions of this model use a physical Nano-SIM card, and Wi-Fi-only versions have no cellular connection at all.

Check your model: go to Settings > General > About. A cellular iPad shows a Cellular Data Number entry, and there is no EID for this model.
No eSIM menu: you will not find "Add eSIM" under Settings > Cellular Data, because the hardware does not support it.
Travel tip: install your eSIM on a compatible phone, then switch on Settings > Personal Hotspot and connect the iPad over Wi-Fi.
Alternative: if you have the cellular model, you can put a local physical SIM in the iPad, provided it is unlocked.

An eSIM Prime travel eSIM will work on your eSIM-compatible phone. Install it before your trip, activate it on arrival, and keep your main number and WhatsApp on your usual line. You can then share the connection with your iPad.