The term "eSIM" simply means an embedded SIM card. No physical SIM cards are involved; you don't need to swap. An eSIM is a small chip inside your phone that works similarly to the NFC chip used for payment techs like apple pay and google pay.

Two versions of this product are available: one is data-only, while the other supports both voice and data services. The data-only version permits you to use data exclusively, whereas the other version allows you to make or receive calls, send or receive SMS messages, and use data.

Use the search bar to find your destination, pick the data plan that fits your trip, and check out in a few taps. Your eSIM QR code arrives by email within about 2 minutes — no shipping, no store visit.

After checkout you'll receive an email with your personal QR code. Scan it from your phone settings and you're done — or use the easy-install link in the same email if you'd rather skip the QR code entirely.

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Yes. Your physical SIM stays active alongside the eSIM, so you keep receiving calls and SMS on your usual number, and WhatsApp keeps working as before. The RapideSIM eSIM simply handles your data abroad — no roaming fees on your main line.

Yes — modern phones run both at once. Keep your physical SIM for calls and SMS, and let your RapideSIM eSIM handle data. Tip: disable data on your main line while abroad to avoid roaming charges from your home carrier.

Each plan shows its validity period next to the data amount (for example 7, 15 or 30 days). The countdown starts when your plan activates at your destination — not at purchase: every plan has a 180-day activation window, so you can buy well ahead of your trip.

RapideSIM eSIMs are rechargeable — no need to install a new one. Go to our Top-up page, enter your order number and pick a new data package: the data is added to your existing eSIM within seconds.

You can check your remaining data and manage your eSIM at any time on our Top-up & usage page. Enter your order number to see your balance and all purchased plans.

Yes — you can use your phone as a mobile hotspot and share your RapideSIM data with your travel companions or other devices (laptop, tablet).

RapideSIM covers 90+ destinations worldwide, with local and regional eSIMs. Each product page lists its exact coverage — our Europe eSIM, for example, covers 35+ European countries. Type your destination in the search bar to find your plan.