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How to Use an eSIM Abroad
An eSIM lets you get mobile data in a new country without buying a local SIM card. Here is the complete process — from buying a plan to staying connected the moment you land.
Before you leave — buy and install
When you land — activate the eSIM
Keep your home number active
Leave your physical SIM active alongside the eSIM. Your home SIM will still receive calls and texts at no extra cost — it just won't be your data line while abroad. This is the main reason travelers prefer eSIM over buying a local SIM card: you never miss a call from home.
Manage data while traveling
At the end of your trip
You do not need to do anything when you return home. Your home SIM resumes normal service automatically. The eSIM profile stays on your phone — for some destinations it can be reactivated for a future trip without a new QR code. Check the LTE.app dashboard for reactivation options.
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