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3 Easy Ways to Transfer eSIM to Another Device: A Detailed Guide

How to transfer eSIM to another device? What are the available methods to switch? Which devices support eSIM? All of these questions will be answered in the following article, along with essential considerations during the process of transferring eSIM to a different device. Stay tuned!

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23 January, 2024

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The eSIM technology is becoming a new standard in mobile devices, but many people still wonder how to transfer eSIM to another device. Follow the information in the next section to better understand eSIM and how to transfer eSIM to another device.

What is eSIM?

eSIM or electronic SIM is a new technology that allows mobile network providers to offer mobile network services without a physical SIM card. You don’t need to insert a physical SIM card into your phone to use mobile network services because the manufacturer has integrated eSIM into the motherboard of the device.

Can eSIM be transferred to another device?

The question “Can eSIM be transferred to another device?” is a common question that many phone users have. The answer is yes, you can transfer eSIM from one device to another.

Currently, major network providers in Vietnam such as Viettel, MobiFone, VinaPhone,… have supported customers, with each network provider supporting various forms such as support via website and application, or directly at transaction points,…

Some notes and devices that support eSIM

Before you transfer eSIM to another device, here are some important notes:

Each eSIM only supports one device, so when you switch to a new device, the eSIM on the old device cannot be used.
The fee for transferring eSIM to another device depends on the network provider in Vietnam, ranging from 20,000 to 25,000 VND.
Transferring eSIM to another device will not affect the information of the current used plan and personal information.
Not all devices can use eSIM, the list of supported models of phones, tablets, smartwatches will be listed by FPT Shop in the table below:

No.	Device type	Supported models
1	iPhone	iPhone XS and above
2	iPad	iPad Pro 2018 and above
3	Samsung	Galaxy S20 and above, Galaxy Z Fold, Galaxy Z Flip
4	Huawei	Phone models from P40 and above
5	Google Pixel	Phone models from Pixel 3 and above
6	Smartwatches	Various, for example: Galaxy Watch3 LTE

Detailed guide on how to transfer eSIM to another device

Conversion at network provider transaction points

You will bring your ID card/personal identification card to the transaction points of the eSIM network provider you are using (Viettel, MobiFone, or Vinaphone) for conversion. After confirming accurate personal information, the staff will proceed with the conversion for you. This process takes place quickly, usually within 15 – 20 minutes.

Conversion through network provider application

The conversion method directly on the application is currently available for Viettel and MobiFone, VinaPhone does not have it yet. So if you are using these two network providers, you can refer to the instructions through the My Viettel application (similar to MobiFone) in the following steps:

Step 1. Access the My Viettel application > Tap on the three horizontal lines icon in the top left corner of the screen > Select Utilities > Select Change SIM.

Step 2. Then select Change eSIM > Choose Online signature.

Step 3. Fill in the required personal information and press Continue to proceed with the conversion fee payment.

Step 4. The system will notify you as soon as the eSIM conversion process is completed. You will access the registered email and scan the QR code to complete the process of setting up eSIM on another device.

Transferring eSIM through a Secondary SIM – MultiSim

The MultiSim service is very supportive if you want to use and switch eSIM flexibly on multiple devices.

To use the MultiSim service, you will go to the transaction points of the network provider you are using to register for an additional secondary SIM in the form of eSIM. Then, the network provider will provide you with a QR code to scan or a series of key codes to use on the new device.

Transferring eSIM via Bluetooth on iPhone

From iOS 16 onwards, Apple has introduced the feature of transferring eSIM between iPhones via Bluetooth, so you may not need to scan the QR code. You can easily switch eSIM following the steps below:

Step 1: Open Settings and select Mobile Data. Next, scroll down and select Add Mobile Plan to start installing eSIM.

Step 2: Here, you will encounter 2 methods: Transfer from another iPhone and using a QR code. You choose Transfer from another iPhone to complete the conversion process.

Note:

Only applicable to iPhones running iOS 16 and above.
During the conversion process, make sure that both iPhones are near each other, have their screens turned on, and activate Bluetooth.
As the feature is still in the testing phase, some network providers may not fully support it.

Conclusion

With the support of network providers and applications, transferring eSIM between devices is becoming increasingly simple and easy. Hopefully, through this article, you have a clear understanding of eSIM, supported devices, and how to transfer eSIM to another device to optimize your service usage. If you have any other conversion methods, please share them in the comments section below!