Important: Phones in the US with the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL model don’t use physical SIMs, and are eSIM-only.
An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a digital SIM that lets you activate your cellular network, unlike a physical SIM card that you insert into your phone.
To transfer an eSIM to a Pixel:
Since eSIMs are embedded in the device, they’re more secure and less damage-prone than physical SIM cards. You can have multiple eSIM profiles on the same phone, and switch between lines or manage international plans while traveling.
You can also activate your eSIM during device onboarding or at any time in your device settings, through a new eSIM or your current eSIM. Learn more about how to set up a new eSIM.
You may use 2 eSIM profiles at once if:
- You have a Pixel 7 or later phone.
- Your carrier allows this feature.
Learn more about how to use dual SIMs on your Google Pixel phone.
Use for international travel
To avoid roaming charges, use a prepaid eSIM from international carriers and activate it when you arrive at your destination.