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🔧 How to install my eSIM with an activation code?

Kolet eSIM installation with activation code

Updated over 2 weeks ago

If you've successfully shared the QR code with another device, but encounter issues scanning it with your own device, you'll need to install the eSIM manually. 👨‍🔧.


💡 Important

  • To install your eSIM, you must have an active data plan with us. If you don't have a data plan, you can buy one from the Destinations Tab and follow this guide.

  • We recommend completing this step before your flight as Internet is required to set up your eSIM. ✈️ We suggest installing your eSIM before you leave and then activating your eSIM data plan when you arrive at your destination.

  • You can send the QR code to another device (by message or email) so you can scan it with the device where you want to install the eSIM.


👨‍🏫 How to install my eSIM?

Simply return to the Home section in the menu bar, select Other installations methods and choose Manual Installation.

🍎 For Apple iOS devices

Step 1: add eSIM

  • OPEN Settings on your device

  • TAP on Mobile network/Cellular

  • TAP on Add eSIM

⚠️In the case you can't see Add eSIM, it means your device is not eSIM compatible.

Step 2: Set up ⚙️

  • SELECT Use QR Code

  • SELECT Scan QR Code

  • TAP on Enter Details Manually

  • COPY and PASTE the SMDP Address and Activation codes (The details are available in the Manual Installation section in your Kolet app, you can copy and paste them)

Step 3: Confirm the installation 🚀

  • TAP on Continue to complete the installation

  • SELECT the most recently installed eSIM in your settings.

  • The “PLUS” at the top indicates that this is your Kolet eSIM.

🎉 Your eSIM is installed 🎉 There's one more step to do at destination to activate your data. We recommend that you first read the tutorial by clicking here.

🤖For Samsung Android devices

Step 1: open SIM settings ⚙️

  • OPEN Settings on your device

  • TAP on Connections

  • TAP on SIM manager

  • TAP on Add eSIM

Step 2: Set up ⚙️

  • TAP on Scan QR code

  • TAP on Enter activation code

  • COPY and PASTE the required activation code (The details are available in the Manual Installation section in your Kolet app, you can copy and paste them)

  • TAP on Done

  • TAP on Add

Step 3: Rename eSIM 🏷️

It's very important to name your eSIM to ‘Kolet’, so that you can easily distinguish between your Primary SIM and eSIM

  • TAP on eSIM 1

  • TAP on Edit name and icon

  • TAP on eSIM 1

  • TYPE ‘Kolet’, TAP on Done

🎉 Your eSIM is installed 🎉 There's one more step to do at destination to activate your data. We recommend that you first read the tutorial by clicking here.

👾For Google Pixel Android devices

Step 1: open SIM settings 🔓

  • OPEN Settings on your device

  • TAP on Network & Internet

  • TAP on SIMs

  • TAP on Add eSIM

Step 2: Set up ⚙️

  • SELECT Set up an eSIM

  • TAP Try these troubleshooting steps

  • SELECT Enter the details manually

  • COPY and PASTE the required activation code (The details are available in the Manual Installation section in your Kolet app, you can copy and paste them)

  • TAP on Next

  • TAP on Set up

Step 3: Rename eSIM 🏷️

While not mandatory, labeling your eSIM can significantly aid in distinguishing between multiple eSIMs. This step is particularly useful if you're managing more than one eSIM on your device.

  • SELECT the most recently installed eSIM in your settings.

  • SELECT the pen icon at the top right corner

  • TYPE Kolet and Save

🎉 Your eSIM is installed 🎉 There's one more step to do at your destination to activate your data. We recommend that you first read the tutorial by clicking here.


⚡ Stay connected, top up in seconds!

You can top up instantly and keep enjoying seamless connectivity.

📱 From the Kolet App:

  • Open the Kolet app and tap ”Destinations”.

  • Choose the data plan that suits your needs.

  • Confirm your purchase and stay connected!

💻 From Our Website:

  • Select your destination and preferred data plan.

  • Complete the checkout, and your new plan is ready to use


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