There are multiple reasons why your eSIM may appear connected to the network, but is not getting an Internet connection on a 4G/LTE network.
You may experience the following problems when the eSIM is not connected to a data network:
Extremely slow download/upload speeds
Only "E" (Edge) appears in the signal status, no 4G/LTE
No Internet connection, even though eSIM shows a connection
To troubleshoot the above issues, please follow these steps:
IMPORTANT: DO NOT DELETE THE eSIM FROM YOUR PHONE! If it's not working, don't worry, please follow the steps below or Contact Us if you need assistance.
Before you begin installation with a QR code, there are a few important points to be aware of:
You must have the QR code on another screen or device to scan it with your phone camera.
Make sure you have a stable internet connection throughout the process.
Please note that the QR code can only be scanned once.
Do not remove the eSIM from your device as you will not be able to use it again.
1. Are you in the eSIM service area?
Please note that an Italian eSIM will only work in Italy, a USA eSIM will only connect in the USA, and so on. You can install the eSIM on your device any time, but it will not connect to a network until you arrive in your destination.
2. Turn on Roaming Data
Roaming Data must be enabled for the eSIM to connect to a network.
Apple iOS (iPhone)
In your phone's Settings, go to Cellular and select the eSIM data plan under Cellular Plans. The eSIM plan may be called "Secondary" or "Personal."
Make sure Turn On This Line is set to ON.
Make sure Roaming Data is set to ON.
3. Set your phone to use the eSIM for mobile data
Apple iOS (iPhone)
In your phone's Settings, go to Cellular
Tap Cellular Data at the top to enter a menu where you can select the data plan to use
Make sure the eSIM is selected. It may be called "Secondary" or "Personal."
4. Android Only - Configure APN
If you are using an eSIM on an Android device and there is no data connection, please check the APN settings by following the steps below:
In your phone's Settings, go to Mobile & Network
Tap the eSIM plan, then go to Access Point Names
Tap Menu, then tap New APN
In the first field called APN, enter globaldata. If there is anything filled in username or password, delete it. Only the APN name is required.
Return to the previous screen and select the new APN.
5. Reset the data connection
On your device Settings screen, enable Airplane Mode and wait 30 seconds, then switch off again. This will force the device to re-connect to the cellular network. Wait up to 15 minutes for the eSIM data plan to successfully authenticate and begin receiving 4G/LTE data.
6. Manually select a network
If resetting the data connection does not work, you may need to select a network manually. Follow the steps below:
You can check the network inforamtions in your eSIM country page.
Apple iOS (iPhone)
Open Settings/Configuration
Go to Cellular and select the eSIM data plan under Cellular Plans
Tap Network Selection, and on the following screen, switch Automatic to Off. Wait for the list of available networks to appear.
Manually select an available network, and wait for the signal status to update. You should see the signal status in the top bar switch to "Searching" when you select a new network.
After finding a network that connects, toggle Automatic back to On.
Please feel free to contact us if you need to manually select a network, as we can tell you which network is the best to connect to.
Still no data connection
If you are sure that the above steps do not resolve the issue, it is possible you are in an area without service, or there is a network issue out of our control that is affecting service. The best thing to do is wait and check later. Leave the Network Selection set to Automatic, and the device will continue searching for a signal.