Does the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G support eSIM? No, not the Indian version

Samsung’s eSIM list for India gives the Galaxy A36 5G eSIM only in other regions: the Indian version has none. 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 IndiaSamsung India eSIM list	No eSIM
Bought abroad (other markets)	Depends on the version

What the official list says

Samsung India’s eSIM list: “A36 (Only Europe, North America, Korea)”.
Samsung adds: “Depending on the country of origin, eSIM may not be supported even if your device is listed above.”

Check your phone in a minute

Look for “Add eSIM” in Settings → Connections → SIM manager: if it is there, your Galaxy A36 5G 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 ₹.

All destinations with their prices Pay by card in US$. Your bank converts the US$ charge at its own rate and may add a foreign-transaction fee. Install the profile at home on Wi-Fi before you fly. The QR code arrives by e-mail after payment. See countries

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 Samsung Galaxy A36 5G use?

The Indian version, none: Samsung’s list gives the Galaxy A36 5G eSIM only in other regions. 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 Samsung Galaxy A36 5G?

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

Samsung India: Galaxy eSIM and supported network carriers, checked on 12 Oct 2026

Verified on 12 Oct 2026. Back to the list of eSIM-compatible phones for other models.