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eSim replacement for physical sim thats broken

  • June 17, 2026
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RedPandaAlpha
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my sim isn't working and i am trying to order a replacement esim

when i try to order the replacement you are trying to text me a confirmation code, which wont work as my sim isnt working

 

can you help please?

Best answer by Owethu M

Hi ​@Beadingcrafty

 

Thank you for reaching out.

 

We're sorry to hear you've had difficulty getting through to our Live Chat team, and we understand how frustrating this must be.

 

If the virtual assistant isn't connecting you to an advisor, please keep replying with "I want to speak to an agent" or similar. This should prompt the chatbot to transfer you to a member of our team.

 

If you're still unable to get through, you can also send us a direct message via our official Facebook or Instagram pages, where one of our advisors will be happy to assist you with arranging a replacement eSIM or discussing the option of a physical SIM card.

 

We apologise again for the inconvenience caused.

 

Owethu

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Gemma M
iD Mobile Employee
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  • iD Mobile Employee
  • June 19, 2026

Hi ​@RedPandaAlpha,

 

As this is a public platform, I’m unable to assist with account-specific queries here for security reasons. However, our team will be more than happy to help you via live chat. Please use the following link to get in touch: https://www.idmobile.co.uk/live-chat
 
 
Once connected, simply explain your request and an advisor will assist you further.
 
 
Thank you for your understanding.

 

Regards,

 

Gemma M

The iD Mobile Social Media Team


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  • July 8, 2026

Your live chat didn't help with ordering a replacement eSim..answers generic questions not how to order a replacement esim without starting a new plan..can you just send me a physical SIM card ..not very environmentally friendly but at least I know where I stake..


Owethu M
iD Mobile Employee
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  • July 10, 2026

Hi ​@Beadingcrafty

 

Thank you for reaching out.

 

We're sorry to hear you've had difficulty getting through to our Live Chat team, and we understand how frustrating this must be.

 

If the virtual assistant isn't connecting you to an advisor, please keep replying with "I want to speak to an agent" or similar. This should prompt the chatbot to transfer you to a member of our team.

 

If you're still unable to get through, you can also send us a direct message via our official Facebook or Instagram pages, where one of our advisors will be happy to assist you with arranging a replacement eSIM or discussing the option of a physical SIM card.

 

We apologise again for the inconvenience caused.

 

Owethu