How to Switch Between eSIMs on Your iPhone: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to easily switch between eSIMs on your iPhone using Settings. Manage your plans and set primary and secondary lines with this quick tutorial.

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To switch between eSIMs on your iPhone, go to Settings > Cellular or Mobile Data. Here, you'll see your plans listed. Tap the plan you want to activate, then choose Turn On This Line. For iPhones supporting Dual SIM, you can designate your primary and secondary lines for data, calls, and messages in the same settings. It's important to note that both lines can't be used simultaneously for calls.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I use both eSIMs simultaneously on my iPhone? No, you cannot use both eSIMs simultaneously for calls on your iPhone. You have to activate one plan at a time for voice calls, though data may be assigned to the secondary line.
  2. How do I designate a primary and secondary line on my iPhone with dual SIM? Go to Settings > Cellular or Mobile Data, select the lines, and assign your preferred primary and secondary lines for data, calls, and messages under Dual SIM settings.
  3. What iPhones support dual SIM and eSIM functionality? iPhones from the XS model and later generally support dual SIM with one physical SIM and one eSIM, allowing you to manage two plans on a single device.