📶 How to Activate eSIM in Vietnam

Setting up an eSIM is quick and easy. All you need is a QR code, an eSIM-compatible phone, and a Wi-Fi connection. Setup takes just 2–3 minutes.

🔧 What You'll Need

  • An eSIM-supported, unlocked smartphone (iPhone, Samsung, Pixel, etc.)
  • Stable Wi-Fi connection
  • Your QR Code or SM-DP+ Address & Activation Code

Tips: If you can't scan the QR directly, print it or open it on another device. Save your activation info in case you need to install it manually.

📱 iPhone Setup

Option 1: Install via QR Code
  1. Connect to Wi-Fi
  2. Go to Settings > Cellular > Add Cellular Plan
  3. Scan your QR code
  4. Tap Add Cellular Plan to confirm
  5. Label the eSIM (e.g., "Vietnam eSIM")
  6. Choose primary SIM for calls, iMessage, and data
Option 2: Manual Installation
  1. Open Settings > Cellular > Add eSIM > Enter Details Manually
  2. Enter SM-DP+ Address and Activation Code
  3. Label the eSIM and choose your data line

📱 Samsung Setup

Option 1: Install via QR Code
  1. Connect to Wi-Fi
  2. Go to Settings > Connections > SIM Manager > Add eSIM
  3. Scan QR code
  4. Set eSIM as your mobile data line
  5. Go to Mobile Networks > Enable Data Roaming
  6. Restart device or toggle Airplane Mode ON/OFF
Option 2: Manual Installation
  1. Repeat steps until Add eSIM
  2. Select Enter Activation Code
  3. Enter activation code (e.g. LPA:1$itelvnm.rsp.instant-connectivity.com$XXXX-XXXX)
  4. Enable Data Roaming and restart

📱 Google Pixel Setup

Option 1: Install via QR Code
  1. Connect to Wi-Fi
  2. Go to Settings > Network & Internet > SIM > + Add
  3. Tap Download a SIM instead?
  4. Scan the QR code and confirm
  5. Enable eSIM, mobile data, and assign a label
  6. Enable Data Roaming and restart or toggle Airplane Mode
Option 2: Manual Installation
  1. Repeat same path: Settings > Network & Internet > SIM > + Add
  2. Choose Enter Activation Code
  3. Enter the code manually
  4. Enable data and roaming, restart device

❓ FAQs & Troubleshooting

  • Can I install before I arrive? Yes. Install it pre-departure, activate upon landing.
  • QR code won't scan? Use manual entry with the provided activation code.
  • Should I remove my physical SIM? No. You can keep both lines active (if your phone supports dual SIM).

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