Does my iPhone support eSIM?

Yes, if it is an iPhone XS (2018) or later. This includes iPhone XS, XR, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, SE (3rd gen). iPhone 14+ (US models) are eSIM-only with no physical SIM slot.

Does Samsung support eSIM?

Samsung Galaxy S20 and later support eSIM, including S21, S22, S23, S24, S25, Z Fold, and Z Flip series. Note: some regional variants may not support eSIM.

How do I check if my phone has eSIM?

Go to Settings → Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM (or Add Cellular Plan). If this option exists, your phone supports eSIM. Alternatively, dial *#06# to see if an EID number appears.

eSIM Compatible Phones for Mexico

Quick check: If you bought your phone in 2020 or later, it probably supports eSIM. Check the full list below or dial *#06# — if you see an EID number, you're good.

Apple iPhone

Model	eSIM Support	Notes
iPhone 16 / 16 Pro / 16 Pro Max	Yes	Dual eSIM capable
iPhone 15 / 15 Pro / 15 Pro Max	Yes	Dual eSIM capable
iPhone 14 / 14 Pro / 14 Pro Max	Yes	US models: eSIM only (no SIM slot)
iPhone 13 / 13 Pro / 13 Mini	Yes	Dual SIM (nano + eSIM)
iPhone 12 / 12 Pro / 12 Mini	Yes	Dual SIM (nano + eSIM)
iPhone 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max	Yes	Dual SIM (nano + eSIM)
iPhone XS / XS Max / XR	Yes	First iPhones with eSIM
iPhone SE (3rd gen, 2022)	Yes
iPhone SE (2nd gen, 2020)	Yes
iPhone X, 8, 7 and older	No	Need physical SIM

Samsung Galaxy

Model	eSIM Support	Notes
Galaxy S25 / S25+ / S25 Ultra	Yes
Galaxy S24 / S24+ / S24 Ultra	Yes
Galaxy S23 / S23+ / S23 Ultra	Yes
Galaxy S22 / S22+ / S22 Ultra	Yes
Galaxy S21 / S21+ / S21 Ultra	Yes	Some regions excluded
Galaxy S20 / S20+ / S20 Ultra	Yes	Some regions excluded
Galaxy Z Fold 6/5/4/3/2	Yes
Galaxy Z Flip 6/5/4/3	Yes
Galaxy A54 / A55	Yes	Select variants only
Galaxy S10 and older	No	Need physical SIM

Google Pixel

Model	eSIM Support
Pixel 9 / 9 Pro / 9 Pro Fold	Yes
Pixel 8 / 8 Pro / 8a	Yes
Pixel 7 / 7 Pro / 7a	Yes
Pixel 6 / 6 Pro / 6a	Yes
Pixel 5 / 5a / 4 / 4a / 3 / 3a	Yes
Pixel 2 and older	No

Other Brands

Brand	Models with eSIM
Motorola	Razr (2023/2024), Edge 40+, Edge 50
Huawei	P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro (non-US markets)
OnePlus	12, 11 (select regions)
Xiaomi	13, 14 (select models)
iPad	iPad Pro, Air, Mini (3rd gen+) with cellular
Apple Watch	Series 3+ (cellular models)

How to Check If Your Phone Has eSIM

iPhone: Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM. If this option exists, you're compatible.
Android: Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → Add eSIM. Or dial *#06# and look for an EID number.
Check carrier lock: Your phone must be unlocked. Contact your carrier to verify.

My Phone Doesn't Support eSIM — What Now?

Buy a physical Telcel SIM card at the airport ($15-30) or any OXXO store in Mexico (~$10). No passport required — plug it in and go.

eSIM Compatible Phones for Mexico — Full List 2026