How to activate and use Airtel Nigeria eSIM (2023): Please dial *#06# on your smartphone to check for device compatibility. A Device should display an EID number. Visit any Airtel Service Centre where our seasoned customer care agents will walk you through setting up your eSIM. Similar post: Complete list of all Airtel data plan USSD codes.
Telecommunications services provider, Airtel Nigeria, has introduced eSIM (embedded SIM) – a digital SIM that enables customers to access the same functionality as someone using a physical SIM. With this, the telecom operator has joined MTN and 9mobile eSIM in Nigeria, who introduced the service earlier.
Airtel said it had developed a simple and flawless process to activate the eSIM service for all its customers just as it believes that the digital SIM will significantly improve the productivity of Nigerians, helping its stakeholders to achieve personal and professional goals.
What are the benefits of Airtel Nigeria eSIM?
The eSIM offers several benefits over the traditional SIM cards as it is quick and straightforward to set up online, planet-friendly, plastic-free/zero carbon emission, and provides an easy extra line as you can use two numbers without needing two phones/handset
Local customers also have the advantage of switching from one mobile carrier to another for reasons like a better deal or better network coverage in an area. This means less time speaking with carriers, and ordering and waiting for a new SIM; all of which can be done from your phone settings via the eSIM software.
- eSIM enables a more seamless device setup experience without inserting or replacing a physical SIM card.
- eSIM allows the use of multiple mobile numbers, both physical and eSIMs on one device. This reduces the hassle of going about with multiple devices.
- It eliminates the frequent complaints of damage or loss of SIM cards.
- Frequent travelers will find the eSIM very convenient for switching network operators at a much easier rate.
How to install Airtel eSIM profile on Mobile Devices
iPhone:
- Go to Settings> Cellular Data / Mobile Data (NB: iPhone 11 series above displays Mobile Data Plan. iPhone 10 Series shows Cellular Data)
- Tap add a cellular plan/ Mobile Data Plan
- Scan the QR code that you have received from our customer care agent
- Ensure the Device is connected to the internet (Wifi)
- Label eSim (Under the “Label for your new plan” Section).
Google Pixel 3:
- From settings go to Network & internet, and select Mobile Network
- Click on Advanced, select “Carrier” and click on “Add Carrier”
- Scan your QR code which you have received from our customer care agent
- Ensure the Device is connected to the internet (Wifi)
- Our customer care agent will associate the QR code’s SIM serial and PUK number with the new phone number.
Samsung Device:
- Go to Settings then to Connections
- Select SIM Card Manager
- Click on Add Mobile Plan
- Scan your QR code which you have received from our customer care agent
- Ensure the Device is connected to the internet (Wifi)
- Our customer care agent will associate the QR code’s SIM serial and PUK number with the new phone number.
eSIM in Nigeria: The eSIM journey in Nigeria started in 2020 with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) approving MTN and 9mobile to commence a trial of the technology. The trial was to run for one year and it involved testing 5,000 e-SIMs by the two networks, subject to compliance with some regulatory conditions. The two operators have since fully launched the service, which allows their customers with compatible phones to do away with physical SIMs.