How To Activate Airtel eSIM

Airtel eSIM is now available in Nigeria, and we have provided a detailed guide on how to take advantage of this technology, including how to activate eSIM, convert your current Airtel line to eSIM, get Airtel eSIM, and activate Airtel eSIM in Nigeria.

As the size and weight of cell phones continue to decrease, the size of SIM cards also decreases. Airtel SIM cards have evolved from the normal size to micro and nano, and now they have introduced Airtel eSIM, which eliminates the need for a physical SIM card. In other words, it’s farewell to the SIM card we used to carry from phone to phone.

What are the perks of investing in Airtel eSIM?

• eSIM makes device setup easier as you don’t need to insert or replace a physical SIM card.
• With eSIM, you can use multiple mobile numbers, including both physical and eSIMs, on a single device. This reduces the need to carry multiple devices.
• It eliminates the common issues of damaged or lost SIM cards.
• For frequent travellers, eSIM offers convenience by allowing easier switching of network operators.

Activation Steps: How to check if your device is compatible

There are two major steps to follow to activate eSIM for your Airtel line:

1. Check Device Compatibility: Dial *#06# on your smartphone to ensure it displays an EID number.
2. Visit Airtel Service Centre: Go to an Airtel Service Centre for assistance in setting up your eSIM.

How to scan QR code for Airtel eSIM activation

Here is how to get QR code for esim Airtel and how to scan the QR code. Follow these steps on your iPhone and Android phones:

• Open the Settings app on your phone
• Look for the Mobile Data option and tap on it
• Find the Data Plan option and tap on it
• Scan the QR code, but remember that you can only scan it once.

Airtel eSIM Data Plans

After scanning the QR code, you will be prompted to add the Airtel data plan to your eSIM. Follow the steps below to choose an Airtel data plan for your eSIM:

• Tap on the Add Data Plan option located at the bottom of the screen
• You can choose to set this profile as primary or secondary.
• Next, you need to choose which number you want to use for calls and data (either the physical SIM or the eSIM).

Warning: Please be aware that there will be a short period when your number becomes inactive while it transfers from the physical SIM to the digital SIM. This period usually lasts a few minutes, during which you won’t be able to make calls, send SMS messages, or access mobile data on your iPhone.

Once this transfer is over, you will see the secondary eSIM profile in your Mobile Data settings. That’s all you have to do to set up Airtel eSIM for dual-SIM functionality on iPhones.

Steps to Follow to Deactivate and Activate Airtel eSIM Profile on Mobile Devices

We have provided a list of devices along with instructions on how to activate and attach your eSIM. If you find the process too complicated or encounter any issues, you can always visit the nearest Airtel office or call Airtel customer care for quick assistance.

Activating Airtel eSIM for iPhone in Nigeria

For iPhone, follow these steps to activate the eSim on your device:

1. Go to Settings > Cellular Data / Mobile Data.
2. Tap “Add a Cellular Plan” / “Mobile Data Plan.”
3. Scan the QR code received from the customer care agent.
4. Ensure the device is connected to Wi-Fi.
5. Label the eSIM under the “Label for your new plan” section.

Removing/deactivating Airtel eSIM for iPhone in Nigeria

1. Go to Settings > Cellular / Mobile Data.
2. Select “Remove Mobile Data Plan” / “Remove Cellular Data Plan” to remove the eSIM.

How to activate eSIM on Google Pixel 3

Attachment Steps – Google Pixel 3:

1. Go to Settings > Network & Internet> Mobile Network.
2. Click on Advanced, then “Carrier” and “Add Carrier.”
3. Scan the QR code received from the customer care agent.
4. Ensure the device is connected to Wi-Fi.
5. The customer care agent will associate the SIM serial and PUK number on the QR code with the new phone number.

How to deactivate eSIM on Google Pixel 3

Removal Steps – Google Pixel:

1. Go to Settings > Mobile Network.
2. Toggle off the eSIM.
3. Click on “Erase SIM” and select “Erase” to remove the eSIM

How to activate eSIM on Samsung and Android mobile

1. Go to Settings > Connections > SIM Card Manager.
2. Click on “Add Mobile Plan.”
3. Scan the QR code received from the customer care agent.
4. Ensure the device is connected to Wi-Fi.
5. The customer care agent will associate the SIM serial and PUK number on the QR code with the new phone number.

How to deactivate/remove eSIM on Samsung and Android mobile

1. Go to Settings > Connections.
2. Select “Remove all Data Plan” to remove the eSIM.

Airtel eSIM Compatible Phones

Here’s a revised list of smartphones compatible with Airtel eSIM.

Note: There is a high probability that the later versions of these phones will also be compactable with eSIM.

1. iPhone 14
2. iPhone 14 Plus
3. iPhone 14 Pro
4. iPhone 14 Pro Max
5. iPhone 13 Pro Max
6. iPhone 13 Pro
7. iPhone 13
8. iPhone 13 mini
9. Apple iPhone 12 series (iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max)
10. Apple iPhone SE (2nd generation)
11. Apple iPhone 11 series (iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max)
12. Apple iPhone XS series (iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR)
13. Apple iPhone X
14. Apple iPhone 8 series (iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus)
15. Google Pixel 5
16. Google Pixel 4a (5G)
17. Google Pixel 4
18. Google Pixel 3a series (Pixel 3a, Pixel 3a XL)
19. Samsung Galaxy S21 series (S21, S21+, S21 Ultra)
20. Samsung Galaxy S20 series (S20, S20+, S20 Ultra)
21. Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series (Note 20, Note 20 Ultra)
22. Samsung Galaxy Note 10 series (Note 10, Note 10+)
23. Samsung Galaxy Fold
24. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
25. Motorola Razr