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How to install an eSIM if the QR code is on the same mobile phone
Check the alternatives to install an eSIM from your phone: QR on another screen, printout or manual details, depending on your device and plan.
By the Mundi eSIM team · Updated on
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You can display the QR on another device or print it to scan it. Manual installation using the provider’s details may also be available. The options depend on the model, its software and the plan.
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Have the information ready before starting
Connect to Wi‑Fi, check compatibility, and open the correct order. Have the instructions at hand and check whether the eSIM can be installed only once. The QR code contains private activation information: do not publish it or send it to unknown QR code reading tools.
Option 1: another screen or a printed copy
Open your order privately on a computer or tablet and show the QR code to scan it from the mobile phone where you want to install the eSIM. You can also print it. Protect the access link and log out when you finish, especially if the device is not yours. Do not install the same QR code on multiple phones.
Option 2: manual setup
If your order provides an activation server address and its code, use the manual entry option on your device. Copy the fields exactly and add a confirmation code only if the provider supplies one. Do not confuse these details with the APN used for the connection.
iPhone and Android do not always have the same menu
Apple documents different activation methods, including QR codes, links, apps, and manual entry, depending on operator support. Samsung offers eSIM management from SIM settings on compatible models. Check the official guide for your model and version; a screenshot from another phone may show different options.
After installation, check the plan start
Install and activate your eSIM before travelling, using Wi-Fi and following your order instructions. You have up to 90 days from purchase to activate your eSIM. Your 28 days of service begin with the first use of data. If your home country is included and you use data there, the plan may start before your trip. The activation window does not add days of service.
If an error appears
Write down the error text and check whether the profile had already been added before trying again. Contact support and provide the order and model. Do not send passwords or publish the QR code; the team will tell you how to share only the strictly necessary information through the proper channel.
Frequently asked questions
Do I necessarily need two mobile phones?
No. You can use a computer, a printed copy or manual installation when supported by the plan and device.
Can I save the QR as a PDF?
In the Mundi eSIM order, you have a print view: choose Save as PDF in your device's print dialog. The file is private.
Sources and checks
Check your operator's current conditions and your model's instructions. The details of Mundi eSIM can be found in the updated catalog sheets.