Add eSIM option missing on iPhone

hello, im using 1 sim and right now i’m trying to activate esim but i can’t, esim’ QR code is not working and there is no add esim or add data plan in setting, so i can’t activate it, please help!


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iPhone 13, iOS 16

Posted on May 2, 2023 2:45 AM

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Posted on Jun 14, 2023 8:17 AM

Well, as I suspected, that code belongs to a 13 ProMax device manufactured for China, Honkong, Macao markets, and it doesn't support any eSIMs, just two phisycal SIM cards.

See these specs, extracted from this support page:--> Identify your iPhone model




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Sep 17, 2023 8:10 PM in response to dato279

I had this issue and it took me a long time to figure out. I did not find the answer on any forums. I ended up taking my phone to the Apple Store and the Genius Bar found the esim module was not installed on my iPhone and they swapped it out. I can now add an esim using the QR code or setting up manually. Hope this helps others.

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