How can I check if my phone supports eSIM before buying a travel eSIM in Istanbul?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 14 days ago
TL;DR
The quickest check is to dial *#06#: if you see an EID in addition to the IMEI, your phone supports eSIM. You can also confirm it in Settings by searching for eSIM or in the SIM card management menu.
What the community said
The most practical check before buying a travel eSIM in Istanbul is to dial *#06#. If an EID appears on the screen, your phone has eSIM support and can use it.
14 days ago *#06# / EID
You can also check without a code: open Settings and search for eSIM. If the phone shows an eSIM section, it is likely compatible with an electronic SIM.
14 days ago Settings → search “eSIM”
Another method is to go to the mobile network settings and open SIM card management. If you see options like SIM 2 or eSIM settings, the device supports electronic SIM functionality.
14 days ago Mobile Network → SIM Card Management