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Samsung Galaxy phones listed for eSIM
The table summarizes phone families on Samsung Canada’s support list, cross-checked against Samsung Spain’s list. These are family-level starting points, not confirmation that every regional version supports eSIM. Samsung’s published lists vary by market and update date. Samsung Canada last updated its page on September 29, 2026; Samsung Spain updated its page on September 15, 2026.
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| Family | Models on the current lists |
|---|---|
| Galaxy S | S20, S20+, S20 Ultra; S21, S21+, S21 Ultra; S22, S22+, S22 Ultra; S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S23 FE; S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, S24 FE; S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, S25 Edge, S25 FE; S26, S26+, S26 Ultra, S26 FE. |
| Galaxy Z Fold | Galaxy Fold; Z Fold2, Z Fold3, Z Fold4, Z Fold5, Z Fold6, Z Fold7, Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra. Samsung Spain also lists Galaxy Z TriFold. |
| Galaxy Z Flip | Galaxy Z Flip, Z Flip 5G, Z Flip3, Z Flip4, Z Flip5, Z Flip6, Z Flip7, Z Flip7 FE and Z Flip8. |
| Galaxy A | A57, A56, A55, A37, A36, A35, A27, A26, A25 5G, A17 5G, A16 5G and A54. |
| Galaxy XCover | XCover7 Pro, XCover7 and XCover6 Pro. |
Samsung India’s February 18, 2026 article lists S20–S25 families, Fold and Flip models through the generation current at that time, selected FE and A-series phones, XCover7 models and Tab models. Its scope differs from the later Canada and Spain pages, another reason to use the support information for your market rather than assuming one global list. Samsung India’s eSIM guide provides that regional cross-check.
Why the exact model and country matter
Samsung warns that a device may lack eSIM support in its country of origin even when its family appears on the support list. Regional variants can differ, so confirm the phone’s full model number—not just a name such as “Galaxy A36”—with Samsung for the country where the device was sold.
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The regional lists attach specific market restrictions to several models. Samsung Canada marks the A27, A17 5G, A26, A16 5G and XCover6 Pro as North America-only; it marks the A36 and A35 for Europe, North America and Korea, and the A54 for Europe, North America, Korea and Japan. Samsung Spain additionally marks the A25 5G and A23 5G as Japan-only. These labels describe the regions covered by those support pages, not a universal rule for every variant.
Check whether your carrier supports eSIM
A compatible phone is only one part of the requirement. Samsung says eSIM service may vary by country and carrier, and carrier support for one activation method does not establish support for all the others. Before switching or traveling, ask the carrier whether it supports eSIM for your exact device and line, and which activation method it offers. Samsung’s Canada and Spain pages list operators and distinguish services such as simple setup and instant transfer.
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- Phone: Verify the full model number and the phone’s market of origin with Samsung.
- Country and carrier: Confirm eSIM service is available for that device and your intended network, including the destination network if traveling.
- Activation route: Check whether your carrier uses automatic setup, a QR code, a manual activation code, SIM conversion or a transfer.
Ways to add an eSIM to a Samsung Galaxy
Samsung Spain documents carrier-assisted simple setup, QR-code activation and manual activation-code entry. The general menu path is Settings > Connections > SIM Manager; names or placement may vary slightly with software version and language. Follow your carrier’s instructions because not every carrier offers each route.
Carrier-assisted setup
Where a participating carrier supports it, the plan may be sent to the phone for simple setup. Availability depends on the carrier and market.
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- YOUR CONTENT, SUPER SMOOTH: The ultra-clear 6.7" FHD+ Super AMOLED display of Galaxy A17 5G helps bring your content to life, whether you're scrolling through recipes or video chatting with loved ones.¹
- LIVE FAST. CHARGE FASTER: Focus more on the moment and less on your battery percentage with Galaxy A17 5G. Super Fast Charging powers up your battery so you can get back to life sooner.²
- MEMORIES MADE PICTURE PERFECT: Capture every angle in stunning clarity, from wide family photos to close-ups of friends, with the triple-lens camera on Galaxy A17 5G.
- NEED MORE STORAGE? WE HAVE YOU COVERED: With an improved 2TB of expandable storage, Galaxy A17 5G makes it easy to keep cherished photos, videos and important files readily accessible whenever you need them.³
- BUILT TO LAST: With an improved IP54 rating, Galaxy A17 5G is even more durable than before.⁴ It’s built to resist splashes and dust and comes with a stronger yet slimmer Gorilla Glass Victus front and Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer back.
Scan a carrier QR code
Obtain the eSIM QR code from your carrier, then use SIM Manager to add the plan and scan it as prompted.
Enter an activation code
If your carrier provides a manual activation code, use the add-eSIM flow in SIM Manager and enter the supplied details.
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- Please note, this device does not support E-SIM; This 4G model is compatible with all GSM networks worldwide outside of the U.S. In the US, ONLY compatible with T-Mobile and their MVNO's (Metro and Standup). It will NOT work with other CDMA carriers, and it is also not compatible with their MVNO (Visible, Xfinity Mobile, US Mobile, Cricket Wireless, etc).
- Compatibility with certain third-party devices and accessibility accessories, including some hearing aids, may vary depending on manufacturer support, Bluetooth protocols, software compatibility, and regional firmware limitations. For additional hearing aid compatibility information, please refer to Samsung’s official support documentation.
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Convert a physical SIM
Samsung Canada documents conversion through Settings > Connections > SIM manager: select the SIM and choose Convert to eSIM. This option depends on mobile-provider support, so it may not appear or work for every line.
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Tablet support is separate from phone compatibility. Samsung says Wi-Fi-only tablet models do not support eSIM; for a tablet, check that it is a cellular-enabled model and confirm its exact variant and carrier support on Samsung’s regional page.
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- US Model. Compatible with Most GSM and CDMA Carriers like T-Mobile, AT&T, MetroPCS, etc. Will Also work with CDMA Carriers Such as Verizon, Straight Talk.
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