iPhone Models That Support eSIM
Device Compatibility
Updated Sep 2026
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✓ Quick answer
Every iPhone model with eSIM support, including which ones are eSIM-only and which still have a physical SIM tray.
iPhone eSIM Supported Models
All iPhones from iPhone XS / XR (2018) onwards support eSIM. iPhones sold in the USA from iPhone 14 onwards are eSIM-only (no physical SIM tray).
eSIM supported iPhones
- iPhone XS, XS Max, XR
- iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 12, 12 Mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd gen, 2020 onwards)
eSIM storage limit
iPhones can store up to 8 eSIM profiles, but can only have 2 active at the same time. If you've reached the storage limit, go to Settings → Cellular / Mobile Service and delete an unused eSIM profile before installing a new one.
Minimum iOS version
iOS 12.1 or later is required for eSIM. Update via Settings → General → Software Update.
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