eSIM Coverage by Country
Where eSIM works in 2026 — countries, carriers, and device requirements. A full reference guide.
The state of eSIM
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eSIM is supported in 190+ countries
From its 2018 debut with the 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 | Strong eSIM support across all major carriers |
| United Kingdom | ✓ | EE, Vodafone, O2, Three | Complete eSIM compatibility, commonly used |
| Japan | ✓ | NTT Docomo, SoftBank, au | Good support, tourist eSIMs easy to find |
| Australia | ✓ | Telstra, Optus, Vodafone AU | Full eSIM support |
| Singapore | ✓ | Singtel, StarHub, M1 | Outstanding 5G eSIM coverage |
| UAE | ✓ | Etisalat (e&), du | Full support — VoIP may be limited 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 is expanding — confirm your carrier |
| Vietnam | ✓ | Viettel, Mobifone, Vinaphone | Expanding support — tourist eSIMs now available |
| Indonesia | ✓ | Telkomsel, Indosat, XL | Partial support — verify your device first |
| Mexico | ✓ | Telcel, AT&T MX, Movistar MX | Full eSIM support across major cities |
| Brazil | ✓ | Claro, Vivo, TIM BR, Oi | Full eSIM support |
Exceptions
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Destinations with limited or no eSIM coverage
Check before you travel
No eSIM
Cuba
State carrier ETECSA does not support eSIM. Only physical SIMs are available.
No eSIM
North Korea
No foreign consumer mobile data available.
Limited
Iran
International eSIM providers have limited or no access here. Please check current status.
Limited
Myanmar
Infrastructure and carrier support varies a lot by region.
Limited
Some sub-Saharan African countries
eSIM adoption is growing but coverage is still 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 works, compare eSIM vs physical SIM to choose the best option for your trip. If you're visiting countries with internet restrictions, find out how eSIM + VPN work together.
