Get the latest devices on a plan with eSIM
eSIM means you’re ready to connect quicker, without waiting for a plastic SIM to arrive. Many of the latest devices like iPhone and Samsung phones, iPads, tablets and smart watches already have eSIMs embedded. And many have the option for dual-SIM, which means you can add a physical SIM. See which devices are eSIM-compatible on our managing your eSIM support page.
Connecting is simple with eSIM
Choose from our range of the latest devices, order your plan and remember to select eSIM at checkout. Then you’re ready to connect your eSIM and get started.
Why choose Vodafone eSIM?
Get going in minutes
Connecting with eSIM is more convenient and super-fast, with no postage and no fiddling with SIM trays.
One phone. Multiple numbers.
eSIM works alongside your regular SIM to give you the flexibility to have separate numbers for work and personal use on one device.
Increased security
eSIMs incorporate advanced encryption protocols, based on industry certified standards that give you an extra level of protection.
$5 a day, easy roaming
With Vodafone, your eSIM lets you keep your number and manage everything through the Vodafone app, making international travel feel local.
Vodafone Number Sync™
Vodafone NumberSync™ allows you to share your plan inclusions and phone number with your eligible smart watch. You can use your smart watch to make and receive calls, send text messages, and stream music on the Vodafone network – even when you’re away from your phone.
Frequently asked questions
An eSIM (or 'embedded SIM') is an industry-standard digital SIM that's already built into your device, meaning you can activate your Vodafone plan on compatible devices without needing a physical SIM at all. This isn't just available on smartphones, but tablets and smart watches too.
eSIM and physical SIMs are essentially the same thing, both enabling you to connect to your chosen network. eSIMs are part of your phone, as opposed to a plastic SIM you insert. With eSIM, it’s faster to connect and they offer slightly more security.
It’s a simple process to transfer your eSIM to a new device. Once, you’ve downloaded your plan, you’ll be able to connect in minutes. Find out more about SIM swap journey.
Many of the latest devices are eSIM compatible. To make it easier for you, check out our list of eSIM phones, eSIM iPads & tablets and eSIM smartwatches, to see if yours is compatible.
Yes, your physical SIM can work with your eSIM together in your phone. Dual SIM gives you the option to use different numbers, one for work and one for personal use, as an example.
Activating your eSIM in your device is easy, and all the steps are available for you to follow on our eSIM support page.
To get an eSIM, simply choose your device or SIM Only plan, and then select eSIM at checkout, when you make your purchase.
Yes, eSIMs are safe, and can be more secure, as they can’t be lost or stolen like a physical SIM, and they actually offer extra levels of protection with advanced encryption protocols.
You can swap your physical SIM to eSIM using our SIM Transfer service. Check out the details on our SIM swap journey
eSIM enables you to have multiple profiles on your phone, meaning you can download a new plan and activate a new number quickly using these steps.