How to Transfer eSIM from Android to iPhone 18 Pro | 18 Pro Max! [Activate], by Fix369 on YouTube. 3 min 9 s.
- Video length
- 3 min 9 s
- Time to do it
- 15 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Check with your carrier that eSIM transfer to a new device is allowed and that your account is active. Confirm you know your account PIN or login.
Put both phones near each other and connect them to Wi-Fi. Keep the Android phone switched on until the transfer finishes.
On the iPhone, open Settings, tap Cellular, then Add eSIM or Transfer from Android. Follow the on-screen prompt.
On the Android phone, accept the transfer request when it appears. Keep the phones close and do not lock either screen.
Wait while the eSIM profile moves across. Do not restart either phone during this step.
If you see the Can't Transfer This SIM error, stop and use the manual method instead. The direct transfer is not supported by every carrier.
For the manual route, log in to your carrier account or app on the iPhone and choose the option to move or activate an eSIM on a new device.
Enter the eSIM activation details your carrier gives you, such as a QR code, activation code or SM-DP+ address, then confirm.
Wait for the iPhone to show signal bars and the carrier name. Make a test call and send a text to confirm the line works.
Tips and common mistakes
The direct transfer only works when both phones and the carrier support it, so have the manual details ready as a backup.
Do not delete the eSIM from the Android phone until the iPhone shows a working signal.
Keep the old phone connected to Wi-Fi during the switch so you can still receive verification codes.
If activation stalls, contact your carrier rather than buying a new eSIM or plan.
Questions
Why do I get the Can't Transfer This SIM error?
Your carrier may not support direct eSIM transfer between Android and iPhone, or the eSIM may be locked to the old device. Use the manual activation route with your carrier instead.
Will I lose my number during the transfer?
No. The eSIM carries the same number and plan. Your service may drop briefly while the profile moves, then return once activation finishes.
Can I move the eSIM back to my Android phone later?
Usually yes, but you may need a new eSIM from your carrier. Ask them before you start so you know the steps and any limits.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
