Does the iPhone 15 support eSIM? Yes, the Indian version
The iPhone 15 sold in India supports eSIM, according to Apple. On a phone bought abroad, it depends on the market it was made for. To be sure, dial *#06#: if an EID appears, the phone has eSIM.
Indian version and imported phones
| Version | eSIM |
|---|---|
| Sold in India | Has eSIM |
| Bought abroad (other markets) | Depends on the version |
What the spec sheet says
- Apple Support (India) tech specs, iPhone 15: “SIM Card: Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM)”, “Dual eSIM support”.
- An iPhone bought in China mainland has no eSIM: Apple says only iPhone 18 Pro, 18 Pro Max, 17e and Air support eSIM there. In Hong Kong and Macao, some models have two nano-SIM slots instead.
Check your phone in a minute
Dial *#06#: if an EID appears, your iPhone 15 has eSIM; if it doesn’t, it has none.
You can also look for the EID line in Settings → General → About.
If your phone has no eSIM
No EID, no travel eSIM: don’t buy one. Your options abroad are your operator’s IR pack, a local SIM card bought on arrival, or a pocket Wi-Fi: compare IR packs and eSIM prices in ₹.
Not sure how much data to take? Work it out from your trip length and how you use your phone.
Frequently asked questions
How many eSIMs can the iPhone 15 use?
Two eSIMs can be active at the same time: Apple confirms dual eSIM for the iPhone 15.
Can I keep my Indian SIM and add a travel eSIM on the iPhone 15?
Yes: the iPhone 15 keeps two lines active at once, so your Indian number stays on and the travel eSIM handles data.
Sources
- Apple Support (India): iPhone 15 tech specs, checked on 12 Oct 2026
- Apple Support (India): Set up eSIM on iPhone, checked on 12 Oct 2026
- Apple Support (India): Using Dual SIM with an eSIM, checked on 12 Oct 2026
Verified on 12 Oct 2026. Back to the list of eSIM-compatible phones for other models.