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Which iPhones support eSIM?

3 min čitanjaAžurirano: 22. rujna 2026.

Most iPhones from 2018 onwards support eSIM. Here's the complete list — and what makes US iPhone 14+ unique.

iPhone — full eSIM compatible list

ModelYeareSIM?
iPhone XS, XS Max2018✅
iPhone XR2018✅
iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max2019✅
iPhone SE (2nd gen)2020✅
iPhone 12 mini, 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max2020✅
iPhone 13 mini, 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max2021✅
iPhone SE (3rd gen)2022✅
iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max2022✅
iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max2023✅
iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max2024✅
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Older iPhones — NOT compatible

ModelWhy not
iPhone 8 / 8 PlusNo eSIM hardware
iPhone XNo eSIM hardware
iPhone 7 / 7 PlusNo eSIM hardware
iPhone 6 / 6s and earlierNo eSIM hardware
iPhone SE (1st gen)No eSIM hardware

If your iPhone isn't on the supported list above, you'll need a physical SIM card or an upgrade to a newer model.

US iPhone 14 and later — eSIM only

Starting with iPhone 14 in the US, Apple completely removed the physical SIM tray. These models can only use eSIMs — they have no slot for a plastic SIM at all.

This affects:

  • iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max (US versions)
  • iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max (US versions)
  • iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max (US versions)

International versions of the same models still have a physical SIM slot AND eSIM support (Dual SIM).

iPad — eSIM compatible

Most cellular iPads from 2018 onwards support eSIM. WiFi-only models do NOT have any cellular capability and can't use eSIM.

ModeleSIM?
iPad Pro 11" / 12.9" (3rd gen, 2018) and later✅
iPad Air (3rd gen, 2019) and later✅
iPad mini (5th gen, 2019) and later✅
iPad (7th gen, 2019) and later✅

How to verify your specific model

The easiest way:

  1. Open Settings → General → About
  2. Scroll down to find Carrier Lock
  3. If you see No SIM restrictions, your device is unlocked AND eSIM-capable
  4. To double-check eSIM support specifically: Settings → Cellular — if you see Add eSIM or Add Cellular Plan, eSIM is supported
Dial \*#06# on any iPhone. If you see an EID (a long number starting with 89), eSIM is built in. If only IMEI numbers appear with no EID, your phone doesn't have eSIM hardware.

Carrier lock matters

Even an eSIM-compatible iPhone won't work with tukango if it's carrier-locked. See How to check if your phone is carrier locked for details.

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