Fairphone 5 eSIM compatible?

Check if your Fairphone 5 eSIM compatible. Ensure a smooth transition to digital SIM cards with our step-by-step guide.

Your Fairphone 5 should support eSIM

Fairphone 5 eSIM Compatibility

Seamlessly Compatible: Unlock the Power of eSIM with Your Fairphone 5

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

Open the Settings on your Fairphone 5 device.
Navigate to "About Phone" or "SIM & Network" (depending on your model).
Look for an option mentioning "eSIM" or "eSIM Information".

If these options are present, your device is likely eSIM compatible.

Alternative method:

Dial *#06# and press call.

If your device displays an EID number, it's eSIM compatible.

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

*Devices originating from China, Hong Kong, and Macao do not support eSIM functionality.

Fairphone 5 and eSIM: what to know

Yes, the Fairphone 5 supports eSIM. It is a dual-SIM phone that combines a physical nano-SIM slot with one eSIM, so you can keep your home SIM and add a travel eSIM at the same time. It is not an eSIM-only device.

Add an eSIM: open Settings > Network & internet > SIMs, then tap the add (+) option and choose to download or scan an eSIM. Menu wording can differ slightly between software versions.
Find your EID: go to Settings > About phone and look for the EID, or dial *#06# in the phone app and read the EID from the screen.
Choose the right line: in the SIMs menu, set mobile data to the travel eSIM and switch off data roaming on your main SIM to avoid surprise charges.
Travel tip: give each line a clear name, such as "Home" and "Travel", so it is easy to tell them apart.

With an eSIM Prime travel eSIM, you can install the profile on your Fairphone 5 before you leave and activate it when you land. Your main SIM stays active, so you keep your usual number and WhatsApp.