eSIM is gradually becoming the order of the day, especially with the introduction of compatible devices. In this article, I will walk you through how to get an eSIM on MTN, 9mobile, and Airtel networks if you have an eSIM-enabled smartphone. If you are not sure of the status of your current phone, do not worry, because I will also be revealing the current eSIM-compatible phones you will find in the market today.
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You might be wondering why the Glo network is not mentioned above. The answer is simply that they are yet to start offering eSIM services to their customers and subscribers. Airtel recently announced theirs, while MTN and 9mobile have been offering these services to their respective customers for a while now. MTN and 9mobile are the first telecom operators approved by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to commence the trial of the eSIM service in the year 2020.
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eSIM and Physical SIM
eSIM is the next step in the evolution of Subscriber Identity Modules (SIM) cards. It is designed to deliver unprecedented freedom and flexibility.
Unlike the physical SIM, you do not need to insert an eSIM into your phone as it is already built-in in your devices such as smartphones, tabs, or wearable. You can simply activate the eSIM with your account profile and you will be able to enjoy all the services you normally would enjoy with a physical SIM.
Benefits of Having an eSIM
The following are the benefits of having an eSIM.
- eSIM allows you to have more than one phone number assigned to your phone. It is beneficial if you want to manage personal and business lines.
- There is reduction in the possibility of damaging or losing your SIM because it is built into your phone.
- It saves you the stress of cutting SIM cards or finding adapters
- eSIM allows the use of multiple numbers, and also both physical and eSIMs on one device. This reduces the stress of going with multiple devices.
- You would not bother to complain about damaged or loss SIM cards.
- If you are a traveler, you will find the eSIM very convenient for switching network operators at much easier rate.
How to Get an eSIM on Nigerian Telecom Operatos
To activate an eSIM, you will, first of all, need to have a compatible phone, which is still very few at the moment. However, a good number of the latest phones from top mobile manufacturers have this capability.
The following are some current eSIM enabled phones.
- Apple iPhone XS and newer models
- Samsung Galaxy S-series from S20
- Samsung Galaxy Note series from Note20
- Google Pixel 2 and more recent models
- Samsung Galaxy Z and Galaxy Fold devices
Getting an eSIM on the MTN, 9mobile, and Airtel networks follows a similar pattern. Let us look at them one after the other.
How to Get an eSIM on MTN
If you want to get an eSIM on MTN you must, first of all, visit any MTN store. Their customer care agents will check your device if it is eligible, and then walk you through the setup process.
How to Get an eSIM on 9mobile
You will also need to walk into any 9mobile Experience Centers, and request for an eSIM activation. A QR code will be provided for you to scan and download an eSIM profile. You will then perform the usual SIM registration.
How to Get an eSIM on Airtel
Airtel also requires you to visit any of its service centers where their customer care agent will walk you through the process of setting up your eSIM.
Conclusion
You should note that an eSIM also requires registration just like the physical SIM. Also, you can convert your current physical SIM to an eSIM and vice versa. Reading to this point, I am sure you must have learnt how to get an eSIM on MTN, 9mobile, and Airtel networks with ease. Feel free to share this post by using the social share buttins below.
