Travel eSIM timing

When should you install your travel eSIM?

Installation, connection and your plan’s validity start are not always the same.

The difference

Install. Connect. Plan starts.

01Install

Add the eSIM profile to your phone.

02Connect

The eSIM connects to a supported network.

03Plan starts

The event that begins your plan’s validity.

Exact timing for your trip

Choose your route.

We’ll read the current plan rule and show the answer here.

Why timing varies

Scanning a QR code does not always start the clock.

Some plans start on installation. Others start after the first supported-network connection. Roamvaya checks the matched plan before giving you a trip-specific answer.

Common questions

Can I install my eSIM before I travel?

Often yes. The exact answer depends on the matched plan and is shown above after you choose your trip.

Does scanning the QR code always start the plan?

No. Installation and validity start can be different moments.

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