Apple iPad Air (4th generation) eSIM compatible?

Check if your Apple iPad Air (4th generation) eSIM compatible. Ensure a smooth transition to digital SIM cards with our step-by-step guide.

Your Apple iPad Air (4th generation) should support eSIM

Apple iPad Air (4th generation) eSIM Compatibility

Seamlessly Compatible: Unlock the Power of eSIM with Your Apple iPad Air (4th 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 (4th generation) and eSIM: what to know

The iPad Air (4th generation) supports eSIM, but only the Wi-Fi + Cellular model. The Wi-Fi-only version has no cellular modem, so it cannot use an eSIM. The cellular model combines a nano-SIM with eSIM, and you can store several eSIM profiles on the tablet, though only a limited number are active at once.

Add an eSIM: go to Settings > Cellular Data (or Mobile Data) and tap Add eSIM or Set Up Cellular Data Plan, then scan the QR code.
Find your EID: open Settings > General > About and scroll down to the EID field. You can touch and hold it to copy it.
Label your plans: give each plan a clear name, such as "Travel", so you can pick the right line for cellular data.
Travel tip: install the eSIM on Wi-Fi before you leave, and keep it switched off until you land.

With an eSIM Prime travel eSIM, you can install the profile at home and activate it on arrival. Your home SIM stays in your iPad, so you keep your usual setup while using local data abroad.