Can I use an eSIM and a physical SIM card at the same time?

Yes! Dual SIM technology makes this possible. You can purchase an eSIM plan from Sim Local and use this alongside your regular SIM when you travel.

This enables you to run two lines – one for work and one for home or one for travel and one for family.

You can also select one line for calls and another for data or however you choose to configure your options.

Dual SIM technology allows you to use multiple eSIMs or a physical SIM and an eSIM at the same time, allowing you to select which functionality you want from each.

To use both an eSIM and a physical SIM card simultaneously, follow these simple steps:

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1. Ensure you label your plans and give each a name that help you easily identify which is which

On iOS:

- Go to phone settings.

- Tap Cellular or Mobile data.

- Tap your eSIM plan and enter the name and save.

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On Android:

- Go to phone settings.

- Select Network & Internet or Connections.

- Select SIM Card.

- Select eSIM plan and enter the name & save.

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2. When you land in your eSIM destination, activate it to use the local network

On iOS:

- Go to settings.

- Select Cellular or mobile.

- Select your eSIM line.

- Select ‘turn on this line’ and turn on data roaming.

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On Android:

- Go to settings.

- Select Network & Internet or Connections.

- Choose mobile network.

- Turn on your eSIM.

- Turn on mobile data and data roaming.

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3. Set up your Voice Line

This will be used for calls and texts. If your eSIM is data only you will want to use your physical SIM but please note you will be subject to data roaming charges.

On iOS:

- Go to settings.

- Select Cellular or mobile data.

- Select default Voice line and select your SIM or eSIM.

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On Android:

- Go to settings.

- Select Network & Internet or Connections.

- Select SIM card.

- Select calls and your SIM or eSIM line.

- Select texts and select your SIM or eSIM line.

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4. Choose your data line (Note: Only one of your lines can use data).

On iOS:

- Go to settings.

- Select Cellular or mobile data.

- Select default Voice line and select your SIM or eSIM line.

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On Android:

- Go to settings.

- Select Network & Internet or Connections.

- Select SIM card.

- Choose Data Service Network.

- Select your SIM or eSIM line.

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When you return home or wish to switch back you can go to your settings at any time and switch back to the plan you would like to use.