Best eSIM for iPhone — Perfect for SIM-Slot-Free Models
Got an iPhone without a physical SIM tray? SimForMe eSIM activates via QR code in iPhone settings in minutes. Plans for the UK, US, and Germany from €3.44.
Top eSIM Options for iPhones Without a Physical SIM Slot
Starting with iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, Apple moved to eSIM-only models in certain markets — no physical SIM tray at all. If you have one of these iPhones (or any eSIM-capable iPhone from XS onward), SimForMe provides instant-activation data plans for travel destinations worldwide.
The setup is different from inserting a SIM card, but it''s faster. Everything happens in your iPhone settings in a few taps.
How to Set Up SimForMe eSIM on an iPhone
Step 1: Purchase your plan Go to simforme.com, select your destination country, and complete checkout. A QR code will arrive at your email within minutes.
Step 2: Open iPhone Settings Go to Settings → Cellular (or Mobile Data) → Add eSIM.
Step 3: Choose "Use QR Code" Tap "Use QR Code" and point your camera at the SimForMe QR code in your email. The profile will download and install automatically.
Step 4: Label and activate Give the plan a label (e.g., "SimForMe UK") and select when to activate it. For travel, you can activate it immediately or set it to turn on when you land.
Step 5: Set as data eSIM In Settings → Cellular, set the SimForMe plan as your active cellular data line for the trip. Your home carrier SIM or eSIM stays available for calls and messages.
SimForMe Plans for iPhone Users
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
iPhone eSIM Compatibility Guide
| iPhone Model | eSIM Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone XS / XS Max / XR | Yes | First iPhone eSIM models |
| iPhone 11, 12, 13, 14 | Yes | Dual SIM (nano + eSIM) |
| iPhone 15 / 15 Plus | Yes | eSIM-only in some regions |
| iPhone 15 Pro / Pro Max | Yes | eSIM-only (no physical tray) |
| iPhone 16 series | Yes | eSIM-only in some regions |
All eSIM-capable iPhones work with SimForMe. For SIM-slot-free models (iPhone 15 Pro onwards), SimForMe is the only way to add travel data — physical SIM roaming is not an option.
Can I Use Two eSIM Profiles at Once on My iPhone?
Yes — iPhones support Dual SIM mode, which allows two active eSIM profiles simultaneously. This is ideal for international travel:
- Primary line: Your home carrier eSIM or SIM (calls, messages, home number)
- Secondary line: SimForMe travel eSIM (data in destination country)
In Settings → Cellular, you can designate which line handles calls and which handles data. Set SimForMe as the data line during your trip, and your home number stays active for incoming calls.
On iPhone 13 and newer, both lines can be active simultaneously without manual switching.
Setting Up SimForMe eSIM on a SIM-Slot-Free iPhone
For iPhones without a physical SIM tray (iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max, and eSIM-only regional variants):
- Your home carrier should have already set up a home eSIM profile
- Install SimForMe as an additional eSIM — iPhones support up to 8 stored eSIM profiles (only 2 active at once)
- When traveling, set SimForMe as the active data line
- At home, switch back to your home carrier data plan
The switch between profiles takes 5 seconds in Settings → Cellular → Cellular Plans.
Why SimForMe Works Well for iPhone Travelers
iPhone''s native eSIM management makes SimForMe setup particularly smooth:
- Apple''s QR code scanning process is guided with on-screen instructions
- The "Travel eSIM" label feature helps organize multiple destination profiles
- Dual SIM mode ensures your home number is never disconnected
- All stored profiles remain on the device even when not active — no re-downloading needed