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Active Contributor
April 20, 2026

e Sim

confused for my e sim, searched on Google for my mobile compatibility, says no but as per ID mobile dialled *#06# & pop with EID number means it's compatible, so is it OK for me to order e Sim?

    6 replies

    Owethu M
    iD Mobile Employee
    iD Mobile Employee
    April 20, 2026

    Hi ​@Kirti Rajput, 

    Good question I can see why you’re getting conflicting information.

     

    The most reliable check for iD Mobile eSIM compatibility is exactly what you’ve already done: dialling *#06# and seeing an EID number. If your device shows an EID, that means it does support eSIM technology.

     

    However, there’s an important second step:

     

    Even if a phone has an EID, it still must also be officially supported by iD Mobile on our network. Some devices can technically use eSIM, but may not be fully approved or may have limited functionality depending on manufacturer or software version.

    So in short:

    • ✔ EID present = device is eSIM-capable
    • ✔ iD support list match = fully compatible on our network
    • ❗ Both are needed for guaranteed smooth activation

    If Google is saying “not compatible,” I would treat that as a warning sign that your exact model may not be fully supported, even though it has an EID.

     

    What I recommend

    Before ordering, please check with our team so we can confirm your exact device model against our network compatibility list.

    Please check the link for compatible handsets. 

     

    Owethu

     

     

    Active Contributor
    September 30, 2026

    Thanks for your explanation in depth, much appreciated 

    New Contributor
    September 30, 2026

    I want to order a physical SIM. EID doesn't come up when I dial the number 

    iD Mobile Employee
    October 2, 2026

    Hi ​@0128fifi .

     

    Thank you for your post. 

     

    You can get a physical SIM at no extra cost from your nearest Currys store.

     

    Alternatively, please contact us directly via https://www.idmobile.co.uk/live-chat and we can have one sent to your home within two working days.

     

    Thanks,

    Marquerita

    The iD Mobile Team

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    Active Contributor
    October 2, 2026

    Thanks as I was confused, Google search results say my mobile not compatible , ID mobile said yes, that's why I asked the community , thanks everyone for responding 

    Gemma M
    iD Mobile Employee
    iD Mobile Employee
    October 3, 2026

    Hi ​@Kirti Rajput,

     

    You’re very welcome. We’re glad we could help clear up the confusion regarding your handset compatibility.

     

    If you need any further assistance, please let us know and we’ll be happy to help.

     

    Regards,


    Gemma M
    The iD Mobile Social Media Team

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