How to Transfer an eSIM to a New Phone

Use iPhone Quick Transfer (iOS 16+)

During iPhone setup (when restoring from old iPhone), iOS offers to transfer eSIM profiles from your old device. Accept the prompt on both phones and keep them close together. Note: not all eSIM plans support this — carrier must allow transfer. LTE.app plans support transfer.

Request a new QR code from your provider

The universal method that works with every provider and device: contact support, verify your identity, and request a new QR code for the new device. Your old QR becomes invalid. LTE.app provides free QR reissues for any active plan.

Android eSIM backup transfer

Android 14+ supports eSIM transfer to a new Android device during setup. The option appears when setting up the new phone — tap "Transfer eSIM from old phone" and follow the prompts. Both devices must be running Android 14+.

Delete the old eSIM before installing on new device

Some providers require you to formally delete the eSIM from the old device before they will issue a new QR for the new device. This prevents dual-device use of the same plan.

Can I use the same eSIM QR on two phones at once?

No. eSIM profiles are tied to a single device. Installing the QR on a second device will either fail or deactivate the first installation. Each device needs its own QR code.

My eSIM transfer failed on iPhone. What do I do?

If iPhone Quick Transfer fails, use the manual QR method: contact your eSIM provider, verify your purchase, and request a new QR for the new phone. LTE.app handles this through the in-app support chat.