India · Setup guide
How to set up a India eSIM.
Under 60 seconds. Works on every iPhone from XR onwards and every Android flagship from 2020 onwards. Profile routes through Jio 4G + 5G.
- 01
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM
Scan QR before boarding.
- 02
Label "India"
Keep home SIM for iMessage and 2FA.
- 03
Data Roaming ON
Profile connects to Jio on landing at DEL, BOM, BLR, MAA.
India-specific troubleshooting
Things that can go wrong in India.
- Leh-Ladakh region has Airtel-only service above Kardung La. Plan accordingly.
- WhatsApp and most Western apps work normally. Some government services require Indian SMS which you cannot receive.
- Monsoon season (June–September) causes periodic network slowdowns in coastal cities.
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Plans for India.
From $3 for a short trip to unlimited monthly. All plans include hotspot tethering.