eSIM Coverage by Country
Where eSIM works in 2026 — countries, carriers, and device requirements. A complete reference guide.
The state of eSIM
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eSIM is supported in 190+ countries
From its 2018 launch with iPhone XS to 2026, eSIM has gone fully mainstream. Most tier-1 carriers globally now support consumer eSIM, and the list grows every month. If you have a modern flagship phone, eSIM will work almost everywhere you travel. Not sure what an eSIM is? Start with the complete eSIM guide.
190+
Countries supported
600+
Carriers worldwide
3B+
eSIM-capable devices
Top destinations
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Popular travel destinations — eSIM support
| Country | eSIM | Major carriers | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | ✓ | AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon | Excellent eSIM support across all major carriers |
| United Kingdom | ✓ | EE, Vodafone, O2, Three | Full eSIM support, widely used |
| Japan | ✓ | NTT Docomo, SoftBank, au | Strong support, tourist eSIMs widely available |
| Australia | ✓ | Telstra, Optus, Vodafone AU | Full eSIM support |
| Singapore | ✓ | Singtel, StarHub, M1 | Excellent 5G eSIM coverage |
| UAE | ✓ | Etisalat (e&), du | Full support — VoIP may be restricted separately |
| Germany | ✓ | Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone, O2 | Full eSIM support |
| France | ✓ | Orange, SFR, Bouygues | Full eSIM support |
| Thailand | ✓ | AIS, DTAC, True Move | Strong coverage, tourist eSIMs available |
| South Korea | ✓ | SK Telecom, KT, LG U+ | Excellent 5G eSIM support |
| Taiwan | ✓ | Chunghwa, Taiwan Mobile, FarEasTone | Full support |
| Hong Kong | ✓ | SmarTone, 3HK, CMHK | Full support — popular transit hub |
| Italy | ✓ | TIM, Vodafone IT, WindTre | Full eSIM support |
| Spain | ✓ | Movistar, Vodafone ES, Orange ES | Full eSIM support |
| Canada | ✓ | Rogers, Bell, Telus | Full eSIM support |
| India | ✓ | Jio, Airtel, Vi | eSIM support growing — check specific carrier |
| Vietnam | ✓ | Viettel, Mobifone, Vinaphone | Growing support — tourist eSIMs available |
| Indonesia | ✓ | Telkomsel, Indosat, XL | Partial support — check device compatibility |
| Mexico | ✓ | Telcel, AT&T MX, Movistar MX | Full eSIM support in major cities |
| Brazil | ✓ | Claro, Vivo, TIM BR, Oi | Full eSIM support |
Exceptions
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Countries with limited or no eSIM support
Check before you travel
No eSIM
Cuba
State-run carrier ETECSA does not support eSIM. Physical SIM only.
No eSIM
North Korea
No foreign consumer mobile data available.
Limited
Iran
International eSIM providers have limited or no access. Check current status.
Limited
Myanmar
Infrastructure and carrier support varies significantly by region.
Limited
Some sub-Saharan African countries
eSIM adoption is growing but remains patchy in some markets. Check the specific country.
Devices
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Device compatibility
Not sure if your phone supports eSIM? Check our compatibility guide → Once you know your device is supported, compare eSIM vs physical SIM to decide which is right for your trip. If you're travelling to countries with internet restrictions, see how eSIM + VPN work together.
