Does the Nothing Phone (3a) support eSIM? No, not the Indian version
The Nothing Phone (3a) sold in India has no eSIM, according to Nothing. On a phone bought abroad, it depends on the market it was made for. To be sure, look for an “Add eSIM” option in the SIM settings.
Indian version and imported phones
| Version | eSIM |
|---|---|
| Sold in India | No eSIM |
| Bought abroad (other markets) | Depends on the version |
What the spec sheet says
- Nothing India tech specs, Phone (3a): “e-SIM: Japan only”, “SIM size: Nano-SIM (4FF)”.
Check your phone in a minute
Look for “Add eSIM” in Settings → Network & internet → SIMs: if it is there, your Nothing Phone (3a) has eSIM.
If your phone has no eSIM
No eSIM option, 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 Nothing Phone (3a) use?
The Indian version, none. If your phone was bought abroad, look for an “Add eSIM” option in the SIM settings.
Can I keep my Indian SIM and add a travel eSIM on the Nothing Phone (3a)?
Not with the Indian version: it has no eSIM. If your phone was bought abroad, look for an “Add eSIM” option in the SIM settings.
Sources
- Nothing India: Phone (3a) tech specs, checked on 12 Oct 2026
Verified on 12 Oct 2026. Back to the list of eSIM-compatible phones for other models.