Samsung Galaxy A55: eSIM compatible?
Does your Samsung Galaxy A55 support eSIM technology?
Your Samsung Galaxy A55 fully supports eSIM and lets you use a virtual SIM card without inserting a physical one.
Up to
2
eSIMs
stored
Up to
2
eSIMs
active
Released in
2024
Depending on where it was bought
The SIM setup of the Samsung Galaxy A55 varies with the market it was purchased in.
| Depending on where it was bought | eSIM | SIM |
|---|---|---|
| SIM | eSIM not supported | Nano-SIM |
| International version | eSIM supported | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| SIM | eSIM not supported | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| International version | eSIM supported | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) |
Thanks to this compatibility, you can:
- Activate a PlanJapan eSIM plan in minutes from home
- Use an eSIM while keeping your physical nano-SIM (Dual SIM depending on carrier)
- Travel or switch carriers easily without swapping your SIM card
What to do before installing an eSIM on your Samsung Galaxy A55?
Before installing an eSIM on your Samsung Galaxy A55, check these important points
- Your Samsung Galaxy A55 is unlocked (not carrier-locked)
- Your model is not a mainland China variant (possible eSIM restrictions)
- Your Android or iOS version is up to date (Android 15 or later recommended) for maximum compatibility
- Install the PlanJapan eSIM by following the step-by-step guide sent after purchase
- Activate your eSIM over an Internet connection (Wi-Fi or data) to avoid any issue
