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Nov 22, 2025 1:59 PM UTC
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i cant activate my esim

I got an email that my iD Mobile switch is clomplete, but it’s still not working

    Owethu M
    Owethu MAnswer
    iD Mobile Employee
    Nov 22, 2025 2:17 PM UTC

    Hi ​@Oskiko9 

     

    I do apologise that you unable to use you eSIM please check:

    1. First, restart your phone and manually check that your iD Mobile eSIM is active under SIM manager in settings.
    2. If you are still unable to use the eSIM follow the below:
    • For Samsung Network Settings:

    Open Settings by swiping down from the top of the screen and tapping the gear icon, or find the Settings app in your app drawer.

    Tap Connections (or Network & Internet, depending on your model).

    Select Mobile Networks to access options such as:

    Network mode (e.g., LTE/3G/2G auto connect)

    Data roaming (enable if you want to use mobile data abroad)

    Access Point Names (APN) (check or update if mobile data isn’t working)

    Network operators (choose manual or automatic network selection)

    For Wi-Fi calling, go to Connections > Wi-Fi Calling to enable or disable it.

    If issues persist, try resetting your network settings via:
    Settings > General Management > Reset > Reset network settings
    (Note: This will reset Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth settings.)

    • iPhone Network Settings:

    Open the Settings app on your Home screen.

    Tap Cellular (or Mobile Data depending on your region), where you can:

    Turn Cellular Data on or off

    Enable Data Roaming for mobile data usage abroad

    Access Cellular Data Options > Voice & Data to select 5G/4G/3G

    Choose Network Selection (automatic or manual)

    To enable or disable Wi-Fi calling, go to:
    Settings > Phone > Wi-Fi Calling

    For persistent issues, reset network settings by going to:
    Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Network Settings

     

    If you continue to experience problems after checking these settings, please contact us via Live Chat, social media channels (Facebook or Instagram) or email us at socialqueries@idmobile.co.uk, outlining the details of your query, we would like the opportunity to put things right.

    3 replies

    Owethu M
    iD Mobile Employee
    Owethu MAnswer
    iD Mobile Employee
    Nov 22, 2025 2:17 PM UTC

    Hi ​@Oskiko9 

     

    I do apologise that you unable to use you eSIM please check:

    1. First, restart your phone and manually check that your iD Mobile eSIM is active under SIM manager in settings.
    2. If you are still unable to use the eSIM follow the below:
    • For Samsung Network Settings:

    Open Settings by swiping down from the top of the screen and tapping the gear icon, or find the Settings app in your app drawer.

    Tap Connections (or Network & Internet, depending on your model).

    Select Mobile Networks to access options such as:

    Network mode (e.g., LTE/3G/2G auto connect)

    Data roaming (enable if you want to use mobile data abroad)

    Access Point Names (APN) (check or update if mobile data isn’t working)

    Network operators (choose manual or automatic network selection)

    For Wi-Fi calling, go to Connections > Wi-Fi Calling to enable or disable it.

    If issues persist, try resetting your network settings via:
    Settings > General Management > Reset > Reset network settings
    (Note: This will reset Wi-Fi, mobile data, and Bluetooth settings.)

    • iPhone Network Settings:

    Open the Settings app on your Home screen.

    Tap Cellular (or Mobile Data depending on your region), where you can:

    Turn Cellular Data on or off

    Enable Data Roaming for mobile data usage abroad

    Access Cellular Data Options > Voice & Data to select 5G/4G/3G

    Choose Network Selection (automatic or manual)

    To enable or disable Wi-Fi calling, go to:
    Settings > Phone > Wi-Fi Calling

    For persistent issues, reset network settings by going to:
    Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone > Reset > Reset Network Settings

     

    If you continue to experience problems after checking these settings, please contact us via Live Chat, social media channels (Facebook or Instagram) or email us at socialqueries@idmobile.co.uk, outlining the details of your query, we would like the opportunity to put things right.

    New Contributor
    Oct 21, 2026 11:54 AM UTC

    It says no active sim

    Owethu M
    iD Mobile Employee
    iD Mobile Employee
    Oct 23, 2026 11:56 AM UTC

    Hi ​@Joules007, 

     

    Thank you for letting us know. I’m sorry that your phone is displaying a “No active SIM” message and that you’re still unable to use your number.

     

    Please contact our Live Chat team so an advisor can investigate the SIM activation issue and help you with the next steps. If necessary, they can also arrange a replacement SIM card.

     

    You can reach our Live Chat team here: https://www.idmobile.co.uk/live-chat

     

    We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience while we work towards getting your service restored.

     

    Owethu