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Esim

Esim

An eSIM (embedded-SIM) is a form of programmable SIM card that is embedded directlyinto a device (in this case a phone).Instead of a physical and removable SIM, an eSIM consists of software installed onto anEmbedded Universal Integrated Circuit Card (eUICC) chip permanently attached toyour phone.

Benefit of eSIM

  • eSIM enables you to get seamless device setup experience, without the need toinsert or replace a physical SIM card.
  • eSIM allows you to use multiple mobile numbers, both physical and eSIM on onephone/device. This reduces the hassle of moving around with several phones.
  • You no longer need to fear damaging or losing your SIM card.
  • If you are a frequent traveler, you will find the eSIM very convenient for switchingnetwork operators at a much easier rate.

How to Activate an eSIM

First check if your phone is compatible by dialing *#06# on your smartphone.Your device should display an EID number – which means that your device is eSIMcapable.

Visit any Airtel shop where our seasoned customer care executive will walk you throughthe process of setting up your eSIM using the QR code. Please click here to locate the nearest Airtel Shop

FAQs

An eSIM (embedded-SIM) is a form of programmable SIM card that isembedded directly into a device (in this case a phone). Instead of a physicaland removable SIM, an eSIM consists of software installed onto an EmbeddedUniversal Integrated Circuit Card (eUICC) chip permanently attached to yourphone

Dial *#06#. You should see the eSIM identifier labelled “EID” on either Apple orAndroid devices

Visit any Airtel shop with your ORIGINAL ID to upgrade to an eSIM. The agent atthe shop will guide on the process. To find an Airtel shop near you, dial *100# or click here.

Visit the nearest Airtel shop with your ORIGINAL ID so that you can be assisted

Visit the nearest Airtel shop with your ORIGINAL ID so that you can be assisted

Visit the nearest Airtel shop with your ORIGINAL ID so that you can be assisted

Visit the nearest Airtel shop with your ORIGINAL ID so that you can be assisted

Visit the nearest Airtel shop with your ORIGINAL ID so that you can be assisted

Visit the nearest Airtel shop with your ORIGINAL ID so that you can be assisted

Visit the nearest Airtel shop with your ORIGINAL ID so that you can be assisted

Visit the nearest Airtel shop with your ORIGINAL ID so that you can be assisted

Visit the nearest Airtel shop with your ORIGINAL ID so that you can be assisted