Samsung Galaxy S21 5G eSIM compatible?

Check if your Samsung Galaxy S21 5G eSIM compatible. Ensure a smooth transition to digital SIM cards with our step-by-step guide.

Your Samsung Galaxy S21 5G should support eSIM

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G eSIM Compatibility

Seamlessly Compatible: Unlock the Power of eSIM with Your Samsung Galaxy S21 5G

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

Open Settings on your Samsung device.
Tap "Connections".
Tap "SIM card manager".

If "Add eSIM" is available, your device is likely unlocked for eSIM.

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

*The following Samsung Galaxy devices DO NOT have eSIM capability:

All Galaxy devices from China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macao.
All Galaxy FE "Fan Edition" models, except Galaxy S23 FE.
US models: Galaxy S20, S21* and Note 20 Ultra.

*Most Samsung Galaxy devices purchased in South Korea do not support eSIM, except Galaxy S24, S23, Z Fold 5, Z Fold 4, Z Flip 5, Z Flip 4, and A54 5G variants.

*eSIM for Galaxy A54 5G may vary depending on country/region and carrier. Please contact your carrier or device manufacturer to confirm that your Galaxy A54 5G device is eSIM-capable.

*Galaxy S21 series devices (excluding FE models) from Canada and the US may support eSIM with One UI 4 update. Please contact your carrier or device manufacturer to confirm that your Samsung device is eSIM-capable.

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G and eSIM: what to know

The Samsung Galaxy S21 5G supports eSIM alongside a physical nano-SIM, so it works as a dual SIM phone with one physical SIM and one eSIM. You can store several eSIM profiles on the device, but only one eSIM is active at a time together with your physical SIM.

Where to add it: open Settings > Connections > SIM manager > Add eSIM, then scan the QR code or enter the details manually.
Finding your EID: go to Settings > About phone > Status information > IMEI information, or dial *#06# to see the EID on screen.
Data setting: in SIM manager, set Mobile data to your travel eSIM, and turn on data roaming for that eSIM only.
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 install the profile before your trip and activate it on arrival. Your physical SIM stays in place, so you keep your main number and WhatsApp while using local data abroad.