Activate Google Fi on an iPhone with an eSIM

You tin activate Google Fi on iOS with an embedded SIM menu (eSIM) instead of a physical SIM. You lot tin can also utilize cellular services with an eSIM.

eSIM benefits

  • Quick and easy fix-up process without the need for a physical SIM card.
  • You tin't lose an eSIM.
  • SIM carte du jour waste product is eliminated and reduced.
  • You can easily switch between your Google Fi eSIM and your carrier's physical SIM card. No need to remove the physical SIM carte du jour.

Eligibility: Google Fi on iOS with an eSIM only works on iPhones SE (2020 version), XR, XS, XS Max, and xi and up.

View a tutorial on how to ready your eSIM on iPhone.

Pace one: Join Fi and bank check iPhone compatibility

  1. Become to the Google Fi website.
  2. At the meridian right, tap Bring together Fi.
  3. Select your iPhone from a list of models.
    • If you select "Latest models," yous can opt in to "Quick setup" to activate Fi on with an eSIM.
    • If yous select "Recent models" or "Older models," follow the on-screen instructions. eSIM does non piece of work with older iPhone models.

If eSIM works with your iPhone model, opt in to "Go gear up up in 15 minutes" to be able to activate Fi on with an eSIM. If you lodge a SIM carte for your iPhone, you will not exist able to actuate Fi with an eSIM until you successfully activate service with your concrete Fi SIM carte.​​

Footstep 2: Go to the Google Fi iOS app

  1. If you haven't downloaded it already, download the Google Fi iOS app.
  2. One time you opt in to eSIM activation on the Fi website, the Google Fi iOS app will perform device and iOS compatibility checks.
    • If both are compatible, select Get started to begin eSIM activation.
    • If either are incompatible, you'll get an fault. You lot'll be asked to order a physical SIM or to upgrade your iOS.

Tip: Earlier you actuate from the Google Fi iOS app, opt in to "Get prepare in 15 minutes" on the Google Fi website.

Stride iii: Brainstorm eSIM activation

  1. When you've confirmed your iPhone and iOS version are compatible with an eSIM, go to fi.google.com/ios/quicksetup on a separate device like a figurer or tablet.
    Important: Go to fi.google.com/ios/quicksetup on a dissever device because y'all must accept your iPhone to scan a QR code.
  2. If yous're not already signed in to your account, y'all'll be asked to sign in with your Fi account.
  3. Scan the QR code with the iPhone you want to activate Google Fi on and follow the on-screen instructions.

Tip: Make sure you sign into your Google Fi account and not another Google account. If for some reason the incorrect account was signed in and you need to scan a new code:

  1. On your iPhone or iPad, open up your settings.
  2. Tap Cellular.
  3. Tap the plan you desire to erase and thenRemove Cellular Programme.

If the QR code doesn't work: Refresh the QR code folio and scan the new QR code. If yous need help, contact support. If the QR code page is on a computer and you lot tin can't find the instructions, increase the width of your browser window.

Switch between a physical SIM card and an eSIM

If you're already a Fi user, you tin switch betwixt a concrete SIM and an eSIM.

To switch from a concrete SIM to an eSIM:

  1. Make sure your physical SIM is inserted.
  2. Delete and reinstall the Google Fi iOS app.
  3. Sign in to the app with your Fi account.
  4. When prompted to set up up the physical SIM card or eSIM, tap Prepare using eSIM.

To switch from an eSIM to a physical SIM:

  1. Make certain you have an active eSIM and insert the physical SIM.
  2. Delete and reinstall the Google Fi iOS app.
  3. Sign in to the app with your Fi account.
  4. When prompted, tap Proceed.

Tip: When you switch from a physical SIM to an eSIM, your iPhone may accept multiple cellular profiles associated with your number. If you tin't make or receive calls, delete the old physical SIM cellular profile. For more information, visit support.apple.com.

Related resources

  • Activate your Google Fi service
  • Set up and manage eSIM

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