How to Transfer Your eSIM to a New Device — No Reissue Headaches
Switching to a new phone? SimForMe eSIM plans are delivered digitally by QR code — stored in your order history for easy reinstallation. Plans for UK, US, and Germany from €3.44.
Best eSIM Plans for Device Switching Without the Hassle
When you upgrade your smartphone, managing your eSIM profiles is a key step. Unlike a physical SIM — which you simply pop out and insert into a new phone — an eSIM transfer requires reinstalling the digital profile on your new device.
The good news: SimForMe's digital delivery model makes this straightforward. Your QR codes are stored in your SimForMe order history, accessible whenever you need to reinstall a profile on a new or reset device.
How eSIM Transfer Works When You Switch Devices
Step 1: Check your eSIM status on the old device
Before switching phones, note which eSIM profiles are currently installed and active. This helps you know what you need to reinstall.
Step 2: Access your SimForMe order history
Log in to your SimForMe account and navigate to your order history. All past QR codes are stored here — you can retrieve them at any time.
Step 3: Install on the new device
On your new smartphone, go to Settings → Add eSIM → Use QR Code, and scan the code from your SimForMe order. The profile installs in minutes.
Important note: eSIM QR codes are typically single-use — once installed, the original QR code is consumed. If you need to reinstall (for example, after switching devices or resetting your phone), you may need to reorder from SimForMe. Given the low plan prices, this is often more cost-effective than paying carrier reissue fees.
eSIM Plans for UK, US, and Germany
United Kingdom
- 1 GB / 7 days: from €3.44
- 3 GB / 30 days: from €7.74
- 5 GB / 30 days: from €11.18
- 10 GB / 30 days: from €16.77
United States
- 1 GB / 7 days: from €3.44
- 3 GB / 30 days: from €7.74
- 5 GB / 30 days: from €12.04
- 10 GB / 30 days: from €19.78
Germany
- 1 GB / 7 days: from €3.44
- 3 GB / 30 days: from €6.88
- 5 GB / 30 days: from €9.89
- 10 GB / 30 days: from €13.76
Which eSIM Providers Let You Switch Devices Without Extra Fees?
The reissue fee model varies by provider. Many carrier-branded eSIMs charge €5–20 each time you need to reissue an eSIM for a new device. SimForMe's model is different: because plans are priced per use (not subscription-based), you simply purchase a new plan when you need connectivity on a new device.
For travel eSIM use cases, this is actually the most practical approach. When you get a new phone:
- Your old travel eSIM plans have usually already expired (they're short-term data plans)
- You purchase a new SimForMe plan before your next trip
- QR code arrives by email, installed in minutes on the new device
No reissue fee system, no calling customer support, no waiting for a new SIM card.
Can I Activate an eSIM Fully Digitally Without a Physical Card?
Yes — this is exactly how SimForMe works. There is no physical SIM card at any point in the process:
- Purchase on simforme.com
- QR code delivered to your email
- Install via Settings → Add eSIM on iOS or Android
- Activate when ready
The entire process is digital, instant, and requires no physical materials. This also means device switching involves no hardware logistics — just your email inbox and your phone settings.
Planning Your Device Switch — eSIM Checklist
Before switching phones, consider:
- Note all active eSIM profiles on your current device
- Check which plans are still within their validity period
- Log in to SimForMe and verify order history is accessible
- For active long-term plans, contact SimForMe support for guidance on reinstallation options
- Complete the device switch
- Reinstall eSIM profiles from QR codes in your order history
SimForMe's straightforward plan structure — buy, install, use — means device switching never requires navigating complex carrier bureaucracy. Order what you need, when you need it, at prices starting from €3.44.