Noah Reed
Published : 23 Jan 2025
How to Set Up an eSIM on Xiaomi Devices
You can check whether your device supports eSIM. Open Settings > Mobile networks > Turn on eSIM > Manage eSIM > Add eSIM to install your digital SIM. Scan your provider's QR code and follow the prompts.
That covers the basic setup on newer devices. Older Xiaomi phones may use different menu names, and some models do not support eSIM at all.
Before you buy a travel eSIM, check your exact phone model and regional variant. Two phones with similar names can have different SIM capabilities. You'll also need a stable internet connection to download your eSIM profile.
One more thing catches people out. Installing an eSIM does not always mean your travel data is ready to use. You may still need to enable the profile, select it for mobile data and turn on data roaming.
In this article, you will learn how you can set up an eSIM on your phone. You can scan QR codes or enter details manually, fix connection issues, and activate internet in minutes.
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Which Xiaomi Phones Support eSIM?
eSIM support is available on selected Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO phones. It isn't a standard feature across every device in these product families.
Before buying a travel eSIM, check our list of eSIM-compatible devices to confirm whether your specific Xiaomi model supports eSIM technology.
How to determine if your Xiaomi supports eSIM
You can check your phone before buying a travel data plan. Start with the settings menu, then verify the hardware details.
- Open Settings on your Xiaomi phone.
- Tap Mobile networks or SIM cards & mobile networks, depending on your software.
- Look for Use eSIM, Turn on eSIM or Manage eSIM.
- If the option appears, open it and check whether you can add an eSIM.
- Open Settings > About phone and note your exact model and software version.
You can also look for an EID in your phone's device information. An EID number identifies the embedded SIM hardware and is a strong sign of eSIM capability.
However, do not rely on one check alone. If the EID or eSIM menu is missing, confirm the exact model number with Xiaomi. Some regional variants differ even when their retail names look identical.
Before You Set Up an eSIM on Xiaomi
A little preparation can save you from a failed installation.
- Check compatibility: Confirm that your exact Xiaomi variant supports eSIM.
- Check the network lock: Your phone should be unlocked to use a different provider's eSIM.
- Connect to Wi-Fi: Keep a stable internet connection during installation.
- Find your activation details: Have your QR code or provider-issued manual activation information ready.
- Check your plan: Confirm the destination, validity period, data allowance and activation rules.
- Keep your QR code private: It contains activation information. Do not post it publicly or share it with strangers.
If you have purchased an eSIMCard plan, keep the installation instructions available before leaving home. Read the provider's activation conditions too. Some plans start their validity when installed, while others begin when they connect to a supported network.
How can you activate an eSIM on your Xiaomi Device?
You can use two steps to activate an eSIM on your Xiaomi device.
You can also follow Xiaomi's official eSIM activation instructions to enable eSIM, open Manage eSIM, and add your mobile plan using a QR code or manual activation details.
How to Install a Xiaomi eSIM With a QR Code
A QR code is usually the easiest way to install a travel eSIM. Your provider supplies the code after purchase.
Open the Add eSIM screen and scan the code with your phone. Keep the screen bright and hold the camera steady while it reads the code.
Some supported Xiaomi setup versions let you import an image directly from Gallery. Look for a Gallery or photo-import option on the QR scanning screen. If that option is not available, display the QR code on another device.
You can also print it or use manual installation if your provider supports it. For help locating your code, see our guide on how to get your eSIM QR code.
How to Install Xiaomi eSIM Manually
Manual installation is useful when the camera can't read your QR code, or you are setting up the eSIM on the same phone.
You will need the activation details supplied by your eSIM provider. Depending on the plan, these may include an SM-DP+ address and an activation code.
- Open Settings and go to Manage eSIM or Add eSIM.
- Look for an option to enter details manually.
- Enter the SM-DP+ address and activation code exactly as supplied.
- Follow the prompts to download the profile.
- Wait for the installation to be completed before leaving the screen.
Never guess the SM-DP+ address. These details are provider-specific, so use only the information included in your activation instructions.
If your Xiaomi does not offer manual entry, contact your provider for a supported installation method.
How to Activate Your eSIMCard for Mobile Data
Your eSIM profile can be installed successfully without carrying any internet traffic. That is because installation, enabling the profile and activating your plan are separate steps.
After installing your eSIMCard travel plan, check these settings:
- Open Settings and enter Mobile networks or SIM cards & mobile networks.
- Open Manage eSIM and turn on your travel eSIM.
- Find the preferred SIM for mobile data.
- Select your travel eSIM as the data line.
- Enable Data Roaming if your plan's instructions require it.
- Turn off Wi-Fi briefly and test mobile internet.
If the connection works, your phone is using the travel eSIM for data. You do not need to make a call or send a text to test a data-only plan.
Keep your regular SIM enabled if you need your usual number for calls or verification messages. Check its roaming settings first. Your home carrier may charge roaming fees even while you are using a separate travel eSIM for internet access.
Can You Use a Physical SIM and eSIM Together on Xiaomi?
Yes, many compatible Xiaomi phones can use a physical SIM and an eSIM together. The exact combination depends on the model and regional variant.
On some older models, activating an eSIM requires turning off the second physical SIM. If the eSIM option is unavailable while SIM 2 is active, check your model's instructions before changing anything.
Newer devices may support two active eSIMs, but stored profiles and active connections are not the same thing. Your phone can keep profiles saved without using all of them simultaneously.
Xiaomi eSIM Installed but No Internet: How to Fix It
An installed eSIM with no internet connection usually needs a settings check. Work through these steps before deleting the profile.
- Check the mobile data SIM. Make sure your travel eSIM is selected instead of your regular SIM.
- Check Data Roaming. Some travel eSIM plans require roaming to connect to their partner networks. Follow your provider's instructions.
- Confirm destination coverage. Check that your plan covers the country you're visiting and has not expired.
- Check the signal. Move to an area with better reception, then toggle Airplane Mode on and off.
- Try automatic network selection. If the phone still cannot connect, check your provider's network instructions before choosing an operator manually.
- Check APN settings. Change the access point name only if your eSIM provider has supplied specific APN details.
- Restart your Xiaomi. Give the phone a moment to register on the network after restarting.
Check whether the plan has started and whether you have used its data allowance. If the profile is active but the network will not connect, contact eSIMCard support with your phone model, destination and the error message.
Avoid deleting the eSIM as your first fix. You may not be able to reinstall it with the original QR code.
If you're still unsure why your eSIM is not working, review our troubleshooting guide or contact eSIMCard support with your device model and error details.
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Conclusion
Once your phone is compatible, setup takes only a few minutes. Install your profile over Wi-Fi, select the right data SIM and check your plan's roaming instructions before you leave.
With eSIMCard, you can choose a travel data plan for your destination and prepare your connection before arrival. You can check Global eSIM plans to find an option for your next trip.
FAQs
Which Xiaomi phones support eSIM?
Selected Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models support eSIM, including the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, Xiaomi 14T Pro and Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G.
How do I know if my Xiaomi supports eSIM?
You can check the eSIM option in Settings and check your phone's EID. Confirm the exact model before buying a plan.
Does Xiaomi 15 Ultra support eSIM?
Yes. Xiaomi confirms eSIM support on the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, including the ability to use two active eSIMs. Availability can still depend on the regional variant.
Why does my Xiaomi eSIM have no internet?
You can check that the travel eSIM is enabled and selected for mobile data. Then review roaming, destination coverage, APN instructions and network selection before contacting your provider.
Can Xiaomi use two eSIMs at once?
Yes, some newer models, including the Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, support two active eSIMs.
