Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation) eSIM compatible?

Check if your Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation) eSIM compatible. Ensure a smooth transition to digital SIM cards with our step-by-step guide.

Your Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation) should support eSIM

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation) eSIM Compatibility

Seamlessly Compatible: Unlock the Power of eSIM with Your Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (1st 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 Pro 11-inch (1st generation) and eSIM: what to know

The iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation) supports eSIM, but only on the Wi-Fi + Cellular models. Wi-Fi-only versions have no cellular hardware. These models combine a physical nano-SIM with an eSIM, and you can store several eSIM profiles, though only one cellular plan is active at a time.

Add the eSIM: open Settings > Cellular Data (or Mobile Data) and tap Add eSIM or Set Up Cellular Data Plan, then scan the QR code.
Find your EID: go to Settings > General > About and scroll down to EID. Touch and hold it to copy.
Label your plans: give each plan a clear name, such as "Travel", so it's easy to switch in Cellular Data settings.
Travel tip: install while you are on Wi-Fi, since the iPad needs an internet connection to download the profile.

With an eSIM Prime travel eSIM, you can install the profile before your trip and switch it on when you land. Your home plan stays untouched, so your main number and WhatsApp on your phone keep working as usual.