Does the Galaxy A57 5G support eSIM in India? Yes

Yes, the Galaxy A57 5G supports eSIM in India, according to Samsung’s spec sheet for the Indian version, model SM-A576B. 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.

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Updated 20 Oct 2026 · How we check

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Indian version and imported phones

Version	eSIM
Sold in IndiaSM-A576B, Samsung India spec sheet	Has eSIM
Bought abroad (other markets)	Depends on the version

SIM slots on the Galaxy A57 5G

The Galaxy A57 5G (SM-A576B) sold in India takes a nano-SIM and an eSIM, or two eSIMs at once.

Samsung India: Galaxy A57 5G specifications, checked on 20 Oct 2026
Number of SIM	Dual-SIM
SIM size	Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM
SIM Slot Type	SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM

Compared with the Galaxy A56 5G. Yes, the Galaxy A56 5G supports eSIM in India. The Galaxy A56 5G (SM-A566E) sold in India takes a nano-SIM and an eSIM, or two eSIMs at once. Samsung India’s eSIM list includes the A56 with no region limit: “A57, A37, … A56, …”.

What the official pages say

Samsung India’s eSIM list opens its A-series line with “A57, A37, …”, with no region limit for the A57.
Samsung adds: “Depending on the country of origin, eSIM may not be supported even if your device is listed above.”

How to add a travel eSIM on the Galaxy A57 5G

Samsung’s own steps, word for word:

Go to Settings > Connections > SIM manager
Tap Add eSIM then tap Scan QR code
Scan the QR code from Network Carrier

Source: Samsung India: Galaxy eSIM and supported network carriers, checked on 20 Oct 2026. More detail: install guide for Samsung Galaxy.

All destinations with their prices Pay by card in ₹. The seller is registered outside India, so some banks may still add a cross-border (DCC) 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 A57 5G use?

Two eSIMs can be active at the same time: Samsung confirms dual eSIM for the Galaxy A57 5G.

Can I keep my Indian SIM and add a travel eSIM on the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G?

Yes: the Galaxy A57 5G keeps two lines active at once, so your Indian number stays on and the travel eSIM handles data.

Sources

Samsung India: Galaxy A57 5G specifications, checked on 20 Oct 2026
Samsung India: Galaxy eSIM and supported network carriers, checked on 20 Oct 2026

Verified on 20 Oct 2026. Back to the list of eSIM-compatible phones for other models.