How to install an eSIM on an iPhone
eSIM Installation Guide
iPhone with iOS 18
Welcome to Oracces! This guide will walk you through installing your eSIM on your iPhone, step by step. Installation only takes a few minutes and requires no special technical skills.
Before we begin
Ensure that the following conditions are met:
- Your iPhone is eSIM compatible (iPhone XS, XR or newer model)
- iOS 18 or later is installed
- You are connected to the Internet (WiFi recommended)
- Your iPhone is not carrier locked.
- You have received your Oracces activation email with the link or QR code.
Method 1: Installation via link (Recommended)
This is the simplest and fastest method. The link in your email automatically configures your eSIM!
Open the Oracces email
Open the confirmation email you received from Oracces on your iPhone.
Locate the "Install my eSIM" button.
support@oracces.com
Your eSIM is ready!
Click the button below to install your eSIM in seconds.
Click the install button
Press the "Install my eSIM" button directly from your iPhone.
Your iPhone will automatically open the eSIM settings with the information pre-filled.
Automatic opening
The Settings app opens automatically with your eSIM information pre-filled.
Confirm installation
A confirmation screen will appear with the details of your Oracces package.
- Check the displayed information
- Tap "Add a cell phone plan"
Oracces Package
Mobile data
Your eSIM plan is ready to be installed
Automatic activation
- Please wait while the eSIM profile is being downloaded (approximately 30 seconds)
- The eSIM is installed automatically
- Press "OK" when activation is complete.
Downloading the eSIM profile
Please wait a few seconds
Method 2: Installation via QR Code
If you prefer to use a QR code or if the link is not working, follow these steps:
Open Settings
Open the Settings app (grey icon with gears).
Settings app
Grey icon with gears
Access Cellular options
In Settings, tap Cellular Data or Cellular .
⚙️ Settings
Add a cell phone plan
Tap Add a cellular plan or Add an eSIM .
📱 Cellular data
Scan the QR Code
- Choose "Use a QR Code"
- Point your camera at the QR code received by email.
- Wait for the QR code to be detected automatically.
Point your camera at the QR code
Automatic detection
Activate the package
- Tap "Add a cell phone plan"
- Please wait while the eSIM profile is being downloaded (approximately 30 seconds)
- Press "OK" when activation is complete.
Activation in progress
Configuring your Oracces eSIM plan
This can take up to 30 seconds
Method 3: Manual Installation
If neither the link nor the QR code works, use the manual method:
In Settings > Cellular Data , tap Add Cellular Plan .
Tap "Enter details manually" at the bottom of the screen.
Enter the information provided in your email:
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Address SM-DP+ | As indicated in your email |
| Activation code | Code provided in your email |
| confirmation code | If required, code provided in your email |
Press "Next" and then wait for activation.
Configuration after installation
Once your eSIM is installed, you will need to configure it to use it:
Rename your eSIM
To better identify your Oracces plan:
- Go to Settings > Cellular Data
- Tap on your new eSIM line
- Select Cellular Plan Label
- Choose a name (e.g., Oracces Voyage )
Enable mobile data
To use the internet with your eSIM:
- In Settings > Cellular Data
- Tap Cellular Data
- Select your Oracces line
Enable roaming
- Go to Settings > Cellular Data
- Press your Oracces line
- Enable Data Roaming
Check that everything works
To ensure your eSIM is installed correctly:
- Check that your operator's name appears at the top of the screen.
- Try opening a website or application
- Check your data usage in Settings > Cellular Data
Common problems and solutions
❌ The eSIM does not activate
Solutions to try:
- Check that you have a stable internet connection
- Restart your iPhone
- Make sure your iPhone is not carrier locked
- Contact our support team if the problem persists.
📶 No network or mobile data
Check the following points:
- Data roaming is enabled
- The Oracces eSIM line is selected for mobile data
- Airplane mode is off
- Your plan still has data available
📷 The QR code cannot be scanned
Try these solutions:
- Increase the brightness of the screen displaying the QR code
- Clean your camera lens
- Make sure the QR code is complete and not cut off
- Use the manual installation method
⚠️ Error message "Unable to install"
This message may appear if:
- The QR code or link has already been used (an eSIM can only be installed once).
- Your iPhone does not support eSIMs
- The eSIM profile is invalid or expired.
Thank you for choosing Oracces!
Have a great trip with your eSIM 🌍