Apple iPad Air (3rd generation) eSIM compatible?

Check if your Apple iPad Air (3rd generation) eSIM compatible. Ensure a smooth transition to digital SIM cards with our step-by-step guide.

Your Apple iPad Air (3rd generation) should support eSIM

Apple iPad Air (3rd generation) eSIM Compatibility

Seamlessly Compatible: Unlock the Power of eSIM with Your Apple iPad Air (3rd 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 Air (3rd generation) and eSIM: what to know

The iPad Air (3rd generation) supports eSIM, but only the Wi-Fi + Cellular model. The Wi-Fi-only version has no cellular hardware at all. The cellular model combines a nano-SIM with an eSIM, so you can use a physical SIM and an eSIM together. You can store several eSIM profiles, but normally only one is active at a time for cellular data.

Add an eSIM: go to Settings > Cellular Data (or Mobile Data) and tap Add eSIM or Set Up Cellular Data, then scan the QR code.
Find your EID: open Settings > General > About and scroll down to EID. You can tap it to copy it.
Label your plans: give each plan a clear name, such as "Travel", so you can pick the right one under Cellular Data.
Travel tip: install the eSIM on Wi-Fi before you leave, then switch it on only when you land.

With an eSIM Prime travel eSIM, you install the profile before your trip and activate it on arrival. Your other SIM stays in place, so your home number and your WhatsApp account on your phone are unaffected.