eSIM card with Iberia

eSIM cards offer multiple advantages over traditional SIM cards, both for travel and everyday use:

– Fast installation with no physical contact. You can activate it by scanning a QR code or from an app.

– Easier operator change. You can switch provider or data plan directly from your phone’s menu, wherever you are and at any time.

– Ideal for international travel. Buy your plan before leaving home and connect as soon as you land, with no need to look for a store or rely on airport Wi-Fi.

– Allows you to store several profiles. Many devices let you save multiple eSIMs, which is useful if you switch between personal and work lines, or different countries.

– Lower risk of damage or loss. Being digital, it doesn’t get damaged, doesn’t get lost and doesn’t require handling the device.

– Better use of internal space. By freeing physical space in the device, it is especially useful in compact models or smartwatches.

Although virtual SIMs are increasingly common, not all phones are compatible with this technology. To use it, your device must include an embedded chip and have an updated operating system. Some of the most popular models that support eSIM are:

– Apple: iPhone XR and later, including iPhone SE 2020, 2022, and the entire iPhone 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 range.

– Samsung: Galaxy S20 and later, Galaxy Z Flip/Fold, Note 20

– Google: Pixel 3 and later, except Pixel 3a in some regions.

– Huawei: P40, P40 Pro and Mate 40 Pro, except Chinese-market versions.

Compatibility may vary depending on region or operator. Make sure your model and firmware support the use of eSIM.

The Holafly eSIM can be topped up easily from the Holafly website. It’s important to do it before it expires.

Your Holafly data plan starts counting once you activate the eSIM at your destination. Installation and activation are separate processes. First, install the eSIM on your phone before travelling, then activate it when you reach your destination to start using your data plan.

You can check your data usage directly on your phone, the app or the Holafly website. This helps you know how much data and/or how many days you have available.

Most phones compatible with eSIM allow you to have an active eSIM and a physical SIM at the same time. This is ideal if you want to keep your usual number and use the virtual SIM for data when travelling.

Losing your phone also means losing access to the installed eSIM. However, in most cases you can recover your virtual SIM by contacting the provider, who can issue a new QR code if the eSIM is still within its validity period.

The eSIM is more secure than the physical SIM. Since it cannot be physically removed, it is less vulnerable to theft or duplication. In addition, many eSIMs require two-step verification for activation, adding an extra layer of security.

Some operators do not charge for eSIM activation, while others may apply a one-time fee. For traveller eSIMs like Holafly, the price is included in the prepaid plan you purchase.

You can use WhatsApp with an eSIM to stay connected anywhere in the world. As long as you have internet access, you can send messages, make calls or share photos and videos through WhatsApp.

Phones compatible with dual SIM and eSIM technology allow both cards to be used at the same time. This lets you enjoy the advantages of both without removing your main SIM, so you can connect easily and use data at your destination with no complications.