eSIMS 101: How to Set Up an Airalo eSIM on iPhone (Fast!)

[@HappytoWander]

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[@TheKawasaki500s]

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[@bekirsivri80]

What a shame. Airalo isn't compatible with apple watch 👎

[@sandymurray4088]

Dear Happy: This one doesn't work either. What is the discount?

[@j.g.3351]

Used the WANDER3 code three weeks ago during my purchase & got the discount. The code didn’t work when the initial purchase screen shows up but it gave the discount when using the code at final checkout time. Your video helped a lot in understanding the whole process. ❤️👍

[@TimeIdle]

@@sandymurray4088 I just used the Christ99027 and it worked.

[@stephanieli2669]

To make sure you can receive texts from US while on secondary eSIM, you need to setup WiFi calling for the primary sim card before leaving home. When you get to your overseas destination, turn on both primary and secondary SIM cards. Select “secondary” for cellular data, select“primary”for default voice line. I was then able to get texts from banks. This is for an iPhone.

[@NicklesPickles222]

Thank you! She skipped over this part and talked so fast. Do I still leave my Primary SIM On for data roaming? She never said to turn that off.

[@whatismauramaking]

@@NicklesPickles222yikes! Let us know what you did.

[@xt6746]

Turning on WIFI calling on primary sim, will message app video/phone calls like Whatsapp still properly get routed through the eSIM though? Will iPhone iMessage and FaceTime data transfer go through eSim even with wifi calling turned on for primary? thanks for expanding!

You can still receive messages and make and receive phone calls with wifi calling on even without wifi connection as long as you have a secondary sim/esim with data. By the way, if you want to try Airalo, use this code for discount. GREG7928

[@shirintalwar2033]

Is it best to keep the airalo sim as secondary and activate WiFi calling for both ?

[@pamalojo]

A huge thank you Christina! I'm Canadian, have an unlocked iPhone 13 Pro and am a first-time eSim user. I just needed to be able to talk or text and find my way around the UK and there were so many options and plans and reviews and the whole thing was so confusing. Then I came across this absolutely perfect video. I got my phone, followed along, and now I'm set up and ready to go - I even used the second code in your pinned comment! You're my new favourite hero!

[@shawnawright3810]

This was by-far one of the BEST travel tip videos. Very easy to follow and I totally appreciated how you walked through the set-up process. I am from Vancouver and completely understand how expensive roaming charges are! THANK YOU!

[@darrenwaith8744]

I purchased Airalo on my trip to Shanghai - Paris - Amsterdam - London. I could not get the Asia esim to work. Ended up getting charged roaming by my local provider because I thought it was working. When I arrived in Paris it did not work either but I was able to contact the service desk and we got it going. When I went to Amsterdam it did not cross over. Service desk could not get it going. Got it working in London. When I flew back to Shanghai I purchased another Asia esim as needed coverage in Shanghai for the day, but it did not work. Sorry Christina, but I do enjoy you other videos.

[@r.j.7333]

All true. Did not get to use any of the data purchased, minutes, sent texts, but was not able to see reply texts until I was back to home country when switched back to primary. Did airtel even test the product for UI before they rolled it out? Most KZbinrs go through the steps but are unable to confirm UX. SMH.

[@abelanc1090]

Take pics of your boarding passes and confirmations so you dont need to rely on internet being available. Then send to a backup phone and less worries. Gonna try Airalo tomorrow. Lets see how it goes.

[@lyndalombardi6473]

Thank you so much. We are heading to Italy next month, this was something I was stressing about as I am not tech savvy. I really needed to see this start to finish process, you have made it so clear and easy. As things can be a bit different in different countries I am so glad to have found your KZbin site from Canada. Thanks again from BC

[@thejeremyjoseph]

Did you have any issues with it?

[@whitelady09]

Thanks for the info ! I am in London right now and I panic the first time I tried to activate it at the airport because it wasn’t working at all. And the app was shutdown !!So I was worried and I thought I got scam and I decided to buy another SIM card then I tried to activate again with a good Wi-Fi in my hotel and surprised ITS WORK !! I been here for 5 days and it doesn’t disappoint me so far. Now I’m going to Paris and Italy so this is gonna be my data for the rest of the my trip .THANK YOU AIRLO !! I would say internet is my new travel buddy !!! Without internet I am LOST FOR SURE !! Thank you Happy Wander I won’t wandering around anymore !!!😂😂😂

[@santyxes]

Did you disable your data before entering the country? I want to make sure it doesn't track me and just automatically charge me for recognizing I'm in a foreign country

[@isabellcheung7894]

I searched for a lot videos, but your step by step instructions is the best. Thank you very much!

[@lencarter1460]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you. We are heading off to Aruba in two weeks and your video was hands-down the best instructional video that I viewed. Great job!

[@carmenwishlow1490]

Thank you for this video! I was thinking there has got to be an easier and cheaper way as I am from Canada too and our plans are insane and the packages for traveling are just as bad. I think this is a game changer for travel and I have a teenager that I want to have some freedom to use his phone but not too much while on vacation so this could work as you have the option on how much data you can have. I do have an Andriod but sure the set up isn't too much different. I also like that you can set this up well in advance!

[@HappytoWander]

Yes it’s such a game changer! I hope you enjoy trying it out :) safe travels.

[@Vancouverscape]

Oh yes! Vancouver here, and it is insane what Rogers charges for overseas roaming per day. I'm with you!

[@uktraveller5912]

Love this video. You explain it SO well - better than other videos. I re watch THIS video, every time I need to install another AirAlo . To remind me. And I agree - they are brilliant and save so much hassle and work really well. I have used them in Vietnam and Greece.

[@sarapugh6700]

thank you sooooo much for this! i really rely heavily on your videos since i'm taking my first trip to europe and it's a huge one going to many countries! This is beyond helpful because i'm very bad at using my phone for things (i'm such an old lady and bad at tech!). you made me feel more confident that i can set it up and it will be working when i arrive which is a huge stress off me since i'll also be badly jetlagged!

[@jamesburwash5635]

Very good video, you have an excellent you tube voice. The step by step was very good. I did find it a bit confusing around the 10 min mark. I think what you are trying to say. Continue to use your primary number while in Canada and when you arrive outside of Canada switch to secondary number. I think that’s what you meant. On another note unless I am mistaken you cannot receive text messages from Canada if people are in your contacts.? I have tried this twice and people could not send me text messages. I have two issues first the bank will send a verification code to your primary number which is now turned off. Second when both my wife and I were travelling we could not text each other. I think one solution is to switch to what’s app. Another video I watched mention setting your phone to wifi calling, not clear on that suggestion either. Anyway keep up the good work, feel free to correct me if I made a wrong comment. Cheers Vancouver Island.

[@johnburgess4561]

James, Happy to Wander, I am an Airalo rookie. About to use for the first time & delighted to find a couple of fellow Canadians with experience. I understand browsing websites / apps is same as being at home however is there a solution to texting? I expect as Airalo is a 3rd party provider my Canadian network number will not work. Is WhatsApp a solution? Any help you can provide would be super appreciated. Thank you.

[@kristiwittman4226]

You mentioned you can change the settings back later if I accidentally select secondary instead of primary. Please show how to do that

[@globaltravelcouple828]

I was not happy when Apple did away with their physical sim card slots. So I bought an older model for our full time travel. Well, we decided to get an e-sim for a trial run after our Tmobile 2G slow free world wide coverage is only good for navigation. I watched about a dozen videos from travelers to see which company was best and we ended up on Airalo. After 7 mos and a dozen countries it is flawless! Once again your video is all one needs! We second Airalo as our go to E-sim option. Global plan 20GB 365 days. Christina, I had to laugh when you said what have you been waiting for in using an "E-sim", because that is what we said!!

[@randomyoutubechannel6868]

Thank you so much for the video, it help a lot. The official video from Airalo wasn't clear if I needed to install before or after I get to my destination.

[@cestjane2260]

Thanks for this! I purchased 20 GB that was on sale (50% off) + your discount code. A deal!

[@HappytoWander]

Wow amazing!!! What a steal 🤩 safe travels!

[@kathleengiacalone6053]

Great explanation! Thanks ❤

[@kgaletin]

Thank you for your video. I just uploaded and set up Airalo. FYI I was not asked any questions after I selected INSTALL. Everything was done for me. The eSim was added to my Mobile setting as TRAVEL.

[@ari__c95]

Were you able to get calls and texts to your regular number through Airalo?

[@GlennNavarro]

This video was excellent! I wish I saw it sooner. It makes so much sense when someone else shows you how to do it with screen images. Thanks! 😊

[@bearcat1515]

How do you go back in and change default lines to secondary after you arrive at destination?

[@JohannesLee]

Thanks for the complete guide. I had no idea about it and apparently it will take me time to actually use it lol. I just purchased an E-sim card and my iphone is supposed to be compatible....until I found out that the Iphones purchased in China, which I did, have dual sim card slots and doesn't support E-sim. oops!

[@Maheshwara]

"Great video! When I arrive and activate the eSIM, do I need to turn off airplane mode? If so, won't my local provider charge me roaming fees? How does Airalo help me save money in that case?"

[@ReeseReloaded]

Thank you! This is, by far, the best explanation on KZbin! 🎉

[@Lausockabrown]

Super helpful for our trip to Japan in two weeks! 🇯🇵Thank you!!!

[@Michenseki]

The part where you choose between primary and secondary is still kind of confusing. You said you chose secondary because you were already at your destination, but I wouldn’t be able to install at my destination without an Internet connection.

[@PamOBrien-t4j]

Thank you for the wonderful, informative video. It is my first time using Airalo. I was able to activate it on my phone and will make the necessary toggles to start using it when we arrive in Portugal on Feb. 24th. I am still not sure if my phone needs to be in airplane mode while using my secondary Airalo e-sim in Portugal. thank you again.

[@Cree_is_me]

Did you figure out about the airplane mode?

[@77amitd]

From the bottom of my heart, thank you. This was an excellent explanation; you considered every step of the journey.

[@OGLewbaby]

Thank you for this (and all your videos!) as I was getting freaked out about getting a SIM for my trip to Spain next month. I was panicked because I wasn't going to buy a physical SIM until I got to the hostal I was staying at in Madrid - which was probably hours after I landed.

[@randomyoutubechannel6868]

Thanks for the video, it help a lot. The official Airalo instructions were not clear when to install the eSIM, before or after arriving at destination.

[@pragueexpat5106]

Interesting to see the end users, I work for a company that provides an eSIM solution/system to MNOs such as Verizon, Vodafone, Webbing etc., eSIMs are relatively new technology and not widely used yet, but this is the future, especially suitable for travelling.

[@ViajeniBree]

Oh I love Airalo! Tried and tested in Europe ❤

[@HappytoWander]

I can’t believe it took me so long to try them out!! Will definitely be looking into a regional package when I get back to Europe in the Spring. Switching physical SIMs can be such a pain.

[@Auslander_------]

Can you buy now and activate later? I'll be in Italy and Germany in march.

[@delayedtraveler]

Thank you for making this video. I'm still nervous about using it for the first time but I'll let you know how it goes.

[@randomyoutubechannel6868]

Thanks a lot, video was very helpful. The official Airalo wasn't clean when I should install, before or after arriving at destination.

[@sparky263]

I believe there are a couple of actions missing in this video [if you are a Rogers customer at least]: 1/ You have to 'Turn off this line [your main Rogers line] in 'Cellular'. Otherwise it keeps your Rogers line on, EVEN THOUGH you're using the Secondary line as your main line, and as a result you will be charged Roaming fees. 2/ Once I was in the US, I couldn't use the Phone/'Forwarding' function. So I had to phone Rogers, using my main line (which incurred one days Roaming charges) to forward my phone to the eSim number. Next time I go to the US I will Forward my phone to the eSim number BEFORE I leave Canada.

[@kategerry6162]

Thank you so much for this tutorial, the discount worked and I am ready to travel! 😊

[@chrisreynolds6391]

I used Airalo in Türkiye. The data speed was great but the plan didn’t come with a phone number so I couldn’t get a taxi or a scooter in Istanbul.

[@HappytoWander]

Ahh I didn’t need a local phone number for my trip so this wasn’t a concern for me, but that’s a good thing to keep in mind for countries where a local number might be needed!! Thanks for sharing your experience :)

[@stevan2399]

Great info. Please share how much it cost because I am planning to travel to Turkiye also!

[@AguilarEli]

You can’t face time someone?

[@salsafanatics]

@@HappytoWanderhi. We re going to the Philippines. How do i get a local number to sync with Airalo? My primary is already on esim. I will need it to grab a taxi or grab? Btw. Thanks for the video. Helps a lot. Im new to esims

[@sacred_reflectionss]

How much gb did u get

[@stephanierabideau4571]

The best and most helpful video on KZbin! Thanks so much for talking me through the Airlo steps. I was very apprehensive about getting this esim card, but your instructions made it easy! Unfortunatly, the coupon code wouldn't work (said that it was expired), but I purchased the product anyway. Thanks so much!

[@HappytoWander]

Oh no! Sorry to hear the code was expired. I’ll reach out to Airalo to see what happened there but in the meantime this is another code you can use for $3 off: CHRIST99027 I know you’ve already bought it now but just an FYI for anyone else reading this :) safe travels and I hope Airalo works well for you!

[@KristinSwinhart231]

The installation didn't go smoothly for me. I go on my trip next week. I hope it works. I think it will but I was very disappointed that I had to install it manually.

[@stefanodilollo4266]

Very helpful, thank you! Installed my Airalo eSim and ready to go! ✈️

[@suzannefilio]

Im from the US and I bought two esim for Spain and Portugal through Airalo app on my iPhone. The prices displayed on the app are in USD so I processed the payment with ApplePay. I was so surprised when I received an email from my bank that I just made a FOREIGN TRANSACTION coz apparently the payment was processed through a company based in Singapore. I wasn't aware of that and now my bank will charge me a 3% foreign transaction fee. I was wondering if everyone was aware of this?

[@kimmartino5556]

THANK YOU!!! I really needed this! Im like you i was afraid but you helped to make that more comfortable! Im so grateful i found you! We are in canada too! 😊

[@ronwiebe4816]

Do you turn Primary off? when you arrive in your destination? - this is not quite as easy as promised :-)

[@nmtg]

Thank you for this explanation. This plus Guay mobile's simple instructions made installation super easy. Appreciate your work here.

[@jokerdaz]

Thanks for a great video. Been walking sims every year to go USA, now this is way more convenient

[@janetellis8455]

Thank you so much for the step by step. I'm good to go. This was so helpful.

[@lauracw_24]

thank you sooo much, I really appreciate it.

[@kirstenveneziano1205]

Thank you for walking us through the steps! I'll use your link to check if it works for my next trip to Morocco.

[@HappytoWander]

You’re welcome! Hope you have an amazing time in Morocco - safe travels 🫶

[@peterdubar8705]

Did it work for your trip - I travel there next week - never used eSim before - installed ok on iPhone but was stuck at activating - when for help via chat - know issue for iphone and it will activate when you land?? (Only took out a 7 day validity esim ) so fingers crossed

[@JTamashi]

Does this work if you are already using an esim on your iphone as your primary provider?

[@BuildToGrow]

So when I’m still wanting to use my primary eSim in another country do I still need to pay my primary carrier the $13+ per day?

[@damnhockey]

Excellent video, thanks for making this, I am new to eSim and this has valuable information

[@NK-jt2cq]

Best timing for coming up Europe trip!

[@naifgobory6212]

I believe it will be more useful if I am traveling more then one country , if I am traveling to one country , I prefer to purchase physical sim

[@yamenmohamed4621]

I had to watch a lot of tutorials and this one explained it sooooo clearly tysm 👍

[@didittraveller1260]

Informative video, I’m going to India and Southeast Asia soon and this video answered all my questions.

[@peterdubar8705]

Great video - 2nd one I found looking at Airalo setup. My iphone showed the exact same activating..... message and I was worried as this is my first eSim. Thankfully it looks like it is a known bug. Lets hope it works in Morocco.

[@HappytoWander]

Glad to hear the video was helpful!! Safe travels to Morocco :)

[@martinleclerc4258]

Great video. Thank you. Very clear - other than for two things : (1) under your proposed settings, can I receive calls or texts on my regular line, and if so, will I get charges from my local carrier (Bell, as I'm also from Canada)? (2) if I make local calls (assuming I purchased a data only plan), will it simply not work or will I be charged a huge amount from my local carrier? I'm trying to see if I should make further adjustments to my settings to ensure absolutely no charges from my carrier.

[@wendymeulemans708]

I will definitely be using this website now silly question but when I get to Spain and I’m in my Airbnb, of course I want to use the Wi-Fi so do I have to switch off the Sims card to primary again or do I just keep it on the secondary and then just connect through my Wi-FiI do have an iPhone

[@HappytoWander]

No need to switch it (at least from personal experience). You should be able to just connect to your airbnb wifi as normal without doing anything to your eSIM!

[@slater552]

Thank you for the video that was very helpful. I am still confused on one point, though. I am traveling to Cuba in a couple of weeks and they have data only E-Sims available. If I activate the eSIM for the data and leave my primary phone number for voice and text calls. How do I avoid charges?

[@cathyplas]

I have the same question. @HappytoWander, can you clarify?

[@kbshah]

Sorry for my ignorance but when they say 1 GB validity for 7 days does it mean 1gb per day for 7 days or 1gb total in 7 days 🙏

[@dennisheath3747]

My Android phone already has two SIMs permanently installed. Will the eSIM show up as SIM #3?

[@rawhenrnh]

Can it worked if the phone is locked to the network

[@glenn9057]

great vid. when should i do this process? i will be traveling to the Philippines from the US in November. can/should i download and set up Airalo while im still here in the US or when i land in the Philippine? if i do it while in the US will it impact my current Esim cell service here now? thanks again for all your help😊

[@glenn9057]

i have one more question. should i turn on cellular roaming in my phone when in the Philippines? or should i leave that setting in OFF? thank you again😊

[@jlsst190]

HI! Thank you for the video! I have a family of 4, 2 kids aged 13 and 15, should we each download the app and then purchase the eSim individually on each phone and install that way? Does it matter if I buy them for them? We could do either, just wondering which is best? Also can we purchase ahead of time and install a few days before our trip?

[@nupt9473]

This was really helpful, thanks

[@kk-yy8oi]

Hi thanks for the video... So when it says if you want calls and message. Does it mean you can use the esim card with your own cell number..In my case I'm from Canada and I can use my number in the state ? But using airalo and the network their? Thanks

[@bballerforever]

Thanks for the step-by-step instructions! Do you have an opinion on the Regional vs Global Data/Calls/Texts plan? I would like to be able to use texts and calls as easily as I do when at home and don’t mind the added cost compared with a Data only plan. Thanks!

[@susanchitra9888]

Yes very informative, questions: will be travelling to Japan, Singapore, and Indonesia. So I just purchase global one, and just need to set it one time? Will it be automatically used after japan ---> to Indonesia and Singapore? without doing anything else?

[@eurolicious1]

Thank you for this. Questions I still have… Do people use my existing phone number or a new phone number? If people are trying to text me or call me from Canada on my usual number, what happens? Do people in the destination country use my existing or secondary phone number? When I’m in the destination country I only use secondary? Do I turn the app on and then just use my phone as I would in Canada? Or do I do everything through the app?

[@patmcleod3507]

My questions too!

[@normanmah7838]

Thank you for this video and your discount code. On set up you set iMessage and FaceTime to primary. When you arrive at destination do you change that to Secondary? Does iMessage and FaceTime work with eSIM ?

[@elainel2136]

I have the same question @HappyToWander

[@jessicayun171]

Great video!! I have a question though, I purchased Airalo esim with SMS and calls, I was provided a destination phone number, so I should be able to input my destination phone number under My Number, right? However, on my phone setting, I don't have that option to input the destination number, did I do something wrong?

[@nickpapadatos7587]

Just wondering if you're travelling to two countries (Singapore and Great Britain) would you buy a global esim or individual ones for those destinations?

[@hogo118]

When should I install the eSIM and when should I activate it?

[@kaleelee8590]

Thanks for the tutorial, it was very helpful!. :)

[@kh8606]

Great Video! Thank you. If you buy a 30 day e-sim, and you exit and enter the county multiple times during that 30 days it still works for 30 days from the 1st arrival? And What is the DATA speed?

[@micaj5410]

You explained so well thank you.

[@buckspath]

Tried Airalo last year but I didn’t have all my normal functions. I had to turn off my phone number. Annoying since no one can call me on my regular phone number. And iMessage and phone calls didn’t work either.

[@susiewanng2285]

Thank you so much for such a thorough n helpful information.

[@davidzp4315]

Thanks for the video as it was very informative. Q: Do you need to have your phone unlocked or can you have it locked to a local provider?

[@marcelacy1257]

Thanks It was a very good explanation I wonder if The phome nombre is The same as my original One?

[@Peasap]

Does your phone have to be unlocked meaning, you can use it on any network?

[@Meggymiyeko]

So to ensure I understood right, if I set it to primary prior to my trip, I have to go back in & switch it to secondary when I arrive at my destination? This is so easy yet confusing as it’s my first time traveling to another country 😂😅

[@HappytoWander]

Yes! Make sure your secondary is turned on once you arrive to make sure you get the data package you bought. It definitely seems complicated but it’s not that bad once you do it hahah. Best of luck and safe travels :)

[@jamesburwash5635]

Use primary number while at home, then when you arrive switch to secondary line. Be mindful to keep your airplane mood on until you switch. Otherwise you primary phone will connect right away. Happened to me.😳

[@Meggymiyeko]

@@HappytoWanderthank you! Another question. I’m boarding my dog for my trip. Obviously the vet won’t take calls from WhatsApp. How would we go about that?

[@Nada-qe7mj]

Question: If I purchase Airalo in Rome , would it still work in Florence and other cities there?

[@shirintalwar2033]

Easy to top up ? Is a credit card a must or a forex card works too ?

[@rlcwallpapers]

I believe my Samsung S22 is locked and as I gathered last year, I couldn't install an e-sim because of that, so just to confirm, the cellphone must be unlocked to be able to install an e-sim, am I right?

[@PeterPreager]

Fantastic video! One question, you say you can make calls and text using the app. Do you have to buy the data, talk and text package or can you use the data only and use wifi calling if your phone has that feature? Also when you activate the eSIM and it is switched over to the eSIM, I assume all the features of your phone will be available on the eSIM and NOT on your primary provider. I was also not clear on how your actual primary phone number will work on the eSIM as I think you may have indicated. Thanks for your help.

[@jamesburwash5635]

Here is my experience, your primary number does not work. So you cannot receive text messages or phone calls. Having said that if you text someone first then they can text you back. Not sure what you meant by all your features on the phone , if you mean apps, then yes. There have been videos about wifi calling but the warning is switch it on before you leave home. I don’t think Airlo offers anything other than data. If you stop the video somewhere around the 10 min mark and read the message on the phone it says you cannot receive texts from people in your contacts.

[@ronwiebe4816]

What about the default voice line? Should that also be switched over?

[@finlaygraham3726]

U rushed thru all the setup stuff :-( I still don't understand the difference between Primary & Secondary as it seems different depending on the question

[@josephinechung169]

My daughter is in Europe now. Follow your instructions set up the Airalo eSIM on her iPhone. When I text her as usual way, she will receive my text. For default voice line, should we select the regular phone line or the Airalo?

[@kirstenveneziano1205]

I'm in my home country preparing for a trip and was installing the Esim, and it asked a question I was confused by, so I switched back to your videos to look up how to complete the installation. However, when I went back to the install, it seems to be done installing, so now I'm not sure about the settings or if the installation was done correctly. Is there a way to check the settings, or does everything default to my original primary until I travel?

[@stephanierabideau4571]

I had the same problem. I went to the settings app on my phone and made sure that the roaming feature was in the off mode. It wasn't so I turned it off and I think I need to just turn it on once I get to my 1st travel country. At least I hope that is correct!

[@kristi7429]

Thank you for sharing this video. This might be a silly question, but how do you know you're using the Airalo eSIM as opposed to the SIM from your phone provider? I'm worried once I go off airplane mode I will be charged for using my phone's network back home. Is there a way to prevent this?

[@mikebrault9164]

Great video. Very informative! Question about duration: What if I want to stay in a particular location more than 30 days? Like 6 months or indefinitely?

[@truckn]

That's a very good question that I might be able to help with. I am from Canada, my wife is from Thailand. I watched this video because I wanted a data plan when we hit the ground in Vietnam in Feb. Until I can actually get to my favorite tourist E-Sim shop which is a much better deal then these E-sims for long term stays. I don't know where you are going but I watched this video yesterday and found it useful. For long term you may want to do what I'm doing, purchasing a small data plan to get me started and then looking for the Best Local data plan that may include calling. From what I've gathered. E-Sims are great for short term usage and for those that stay somewhere for a week or 2 on vacation. For those of us that travel for the Winter months or digital nomads that stay in one place for longer periods, we are better off on a local month to month deal. Here in Thailand for sure and because I been to Vietnam before same goes there as well. Hope that helps, here's the link to that video kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnnbiKygfreGjNEsi=aCZkVA8FTQck5t8f and Be Well.

[@richardjamesknight]

Just wondering how the eSIM works if I want to make calls when I'm in my destination

[@alvincheung122]

Thank you so much for the tutorial. I just installed my eSIM using your tutorial but my eSIM says it's activating, is it because I'm not at my destination yet?

[@michaelchizhik1210]

Hello Christina i love your presentation you absolutely convince met o use airalo only one question how much date should i buy for travel 2 week in Germany thanks !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ronwiebe4816]

can you share your data with another phone? (ie. another user who only rarely needs their phone)

[@BenoitBourbeau]

Thanks for the video. Wanted to clarify something about receiving calls when travelling abroad. Is the e-sim comes with a 'temporary' phone number that I can share with people at destination, number that can use to join me after landing? If not, is my primary phone number can be used and directed to the e-sim instead of using my primary physical sim card?

[@JohnWilliams-vr8fp]

eSIM videos are somewhat confusing. Some including Airalo video say choose Primary (home network) for sending iMessage. Another video says use secondary for iMessage and FaceTime and switch messages in settings to “send” messages from you email address rather than phone #. If i use primary esim for anything wouldn’t i risk getting charges from my carrier at home? Thanks.

[@jamesburwash5635]

Yes if you use your primary phone number overseas you will be charged. However having said that if you have wifi calling activated and airplane mode on it should be okay. Otherwise only use secondary eSIM. Which raises the issue that you cannot receive text messages from non Apple users like a bank access code.

[@JohnWilliams-vr8fp]

Thanks.