How to receive an SMS on eSIM | iPhone and Android 

People are switching to eSIM technology due to its flexibility and connectivity. Embedded SIM is easy to use, but users sometimes face challenges receiving SMS on eSIM. But don’t worry, you can sort it out by ensuring your eSIM activation and the SMS settings in your device. 

In this article, I'll guide you through the process of receiving SMS on your eSIM, ensuring you never miss a message on either your iPhone or Android device.

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Issues with receiving SMS on eSIM

You can install and activate the eSIM from your device settings or with the provider's help. However, the user usually faces difficulty in receiving SMS on their eSIM. The common reasons behind this issue include.

• Not all carriers provide SMS services with eSIM, so you need to read the eSIM plan details before purchasing the eSIM. 
• Users sometimes incorrectly install the eSIM on their device which may block the eSIM SMS. 
• There may be a carrier restriction on eSIM. You can contact your carrier for this concern. 

How to receive SMS on an eSIM iPhone?

Here I am discussing some steps that will help you receive SMS on eSIM on your iPhone. 

1. Ensure your device's eSIM compatibility

Firstly, make sure that your device is eSIM compatible and carrier unlocked. Not all the devices support eSIM. Therefore confirm the device compatibility from the device settings or check the list of eSIM-supported devices. If your device supports eSIM it enables you to receive SMS.

Check your device carrier is unlocked. You can confirm it from your device settings, in case of carrier lock contact your service provider for further details.  

2. Activate your eSIM

Once it confirms that your iPhone supports eSIM, activate your eSIM through the carrier or from your device settings. eSIM activation is essential to receive an SMS on your device. 

• Open your iPhone Settings
• Go to Cellular or Mobile Data
• Check the available eSIMs
• If your eSIM is activated it will be listed in this section

3. Stable Internet Connection

Ensure a stable internet connection to receive messages on your eSIM. Connect your device to an internet connection through mobile data, wifi, or tethering. 

4. Set your Messaging apps

Set up the messaging apps to receive the SMS on your iPhone. You can choose apps like WhatsApp and iMessage to receive the SMS. Remember to turn on your app SMS notification to send you an alert.

5. SMS Settings on your iPhone

Go to the SMS settings of your iPhone and turn on the SMS receiving option on your eSIM. It will send you a notification for every new message. 

How to receive SMS on an eSIM Android?

1. Update your Device Settings

If you are not receiving the SMS on your eSIM, update your Android software. Updating the device helps to sort out issues related to eSIM.

• Go to your device settings
• Move to Systan and then to the software update 
• Install the available updates

2. Activate eSIM

You have to make sure your Android device supports eSIM. If it supports electronic SIM, activate your eSIM through the carrier or from device settings. You can check if your eSIM is activated or not from Android settings. 

3. Check your Messaging Apps

Go to your settings and enable the SMS notification from your eSIM number. In your messaging apps select your default eSIM number for receiving SMs on eSIM.

4. Receiving SMS

When you make all these setups, your eSIM will start receiving SMS on your device. You will receive messages like the physical SIM card. 

FAQs

What are the benefits of receiving SMS on eSIM?

eSIM technology allows different phone numbers on a single device. It is cost-effective to get an SMS on eSIM, for the physical SIM card you have to pay extra charges for making calls and messages. The SMS on eSIM is encrypted and cannot be accessed by an unauthorized person. 

When does SMS service start after eSIM activation?

Once you activate your eSIM the SMS services will not be available for 24 hours. You will get a confirmation message or email about your restored SMS service after 24 hours. You can contact your service provider in case of any confusion. 

Can I use WhatsApp with eSIM?

Yes, eSIMCard eSIM allows you to use WhatsApp. You can make calls and receive messages from eSIM. The eSIM allows the user to use the social media apps Instagram, Messenger, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook.