eSIM compatibility
Does the Google Pixel 5 support eSIM?
Yes. The Google Pixel 5 is eSIM-compatible, so you can install a Pelesim travel eSIM without swapping your physical SIM card.
The Google Pixel 5 works with eSIM
- Your phone must be carrier-unlocked to install a travel eSIM.
- Some region-specific variants ship without eSIM support. If your Pixel 5 was bought outside official retail channels, verify support with the quick check below.
Verify eSIM support on your Pixel 5 in 30 seconds
- 1
Dial *#06# from the phone app
If your Pixel 5 shows an EID number alongside the IMEI, it has eSIM hardware.
- 2
Check Settings
Open Settings, then Network & internet (or Connections), then SIM manager. If you see an option to add an eSIM or download a SIM, your phone supports eSIM.
- 3
Confirm your phone is unlocked
If your phone was bought on a carrier contract, ask the carrier to confirm it is unlocked for other networks.
Ready to set up an eSIM on your Pixel 5?
Installation takes a few minutes over Wi-Fi. Follow the step-by-step guide for your device, then activate your plan when you land.
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