Install your VoyageSIM eSIM on Samsung / Android
Install your VoyageSIM eSIM on Samsung / Android
Follow this step-by-step guide to activate your VoyageSIM eSIM on a compatible Samsung or Android phone, and enjoy internet while travelling in minutes.
- Samsung / Android phone compatible with eSIM (Galaxy S20, Note 20, Z Flip, Z Fold or newer).
- Android 9.0 or later.
- Active Wi-Fi connection.
- eSIM VoyageSIM purchased (QR code received by email).
1. Prepare your VoyageSIM eSIM
- Open the VoyageSIM email containing your eSIM details.
- Display the QR code on another device (computer, tablet) or print it out.
- Check that your phone is connected to Wi-Fi.
💡 You can install the eSIM before departure: the plan only starts when you use data in the destination country.
2. Add the eSIM using the QR code
- Open Settings → Connections .
- Go to SIM card manager (or SIM cards ).
- Tap Add a mobile plan .
- Select Add via QR code .
- Scan the VoyageSIM QR code with your phone's camera.
- Follow the on-screen instructions until the eSIM profile is fully added.
💡 Keep the QR code stable and well-lit to facilitate reading by the camera.
3. Rename your eSIM to VoyageSIM
- Go back to Settings → Connections → SIM card manager .
- Select the newly added VoyageSIM eSIM.
- Give it a clear name, for example "VoyageSIM - Europe" or "VoyageSIM - USA" .
ℹ️ An explicit name avoids confusion with other SIMs or eSIMs on your device.
4. Deactivate your primary SIM card (recommended)
- In Settings → Connections → SIM card manager , select your primary SIM card.
- Disable it or remove it from the default mobile data settings.
- Make sure that the VoyageSIM eSIM is set as the card for mobile data .
⚠ Without this precaution, the phone may mistakenly connect to your home network and generate roaming charges.
5. Activate your VoyageSIM eSIM
- In Settings → Connections → SIM card manager , select the VoyageSIM eSIM.
- Activate the "Activate this SIM card" option.
- Choose VoyageSIM as your default SIM for mobile data .
6. Enable data roaming
- Go to Settings → Connections → Data usage .
- Select the VoyageSIM eSIM.
- Enable "Data roaming" .
⚠ Without roaming enabled, the eSIM will not be able to connect to the network of the country being visited.
ℹ️ With VoyageSIM, roaming is included in your plan: no hidden fees.
7. Configure the APN in case of connection problems
- Open Settings → Connections → Mobile networks .
- Tap Access Point Names (APN) .
- Press Add or the "+" symbol.
- Fill in only:
- Name: VoyageSIM
- APN: data.esim
- Leave all other fields blank.
- Save, then select this new APN as the active profile.
⚠ This step is only necessary if the internet connection does not work after installation.
8. Final tests
- Restart your phone after installing the eSIM (and configuring the APN if necessary).
- Upon arrival in the country, wait a few minutes for the device to connect to the local network.
- Test a website or application that requires internet access.
💡 If you still do not have a connection, check that mobile data and roaming are enabled, then restart the device again.
Set Up Your VoyageSIM eSIM on Samsung / Android
Follow this step-by-step guide to activate your VoyageSIM eSIM on a compatible Samsung or Android device and enjoy data on the go in just a few minutes.
- Samsung / Android phone with eSIM support (Galaxy S20, Note 20, Z Flip, Z Fold or newer).
- Android 9.0 or later.
- Active Wi-Fi connection.
- VoyageSIM eSIM purchased (QR code received by email).
1. Get your VoyageSIM eSIM ready
- Open the VoyageSIM email containing your eSIM details.
- Display the QR code on another device (laptop, tablet) or print it.
- Make sure your phone is connected to Wi-Fi.
💡 You can install your eSIM before traveling: your plan starts only when you use data in your destination country.
2. Add the eSIM using the QR code
- Go to Settings → Connections .
- Open SIM card manager (or SIM cards ).
- Tap Add mobile plan .
- Select Add using QR code .
- Scan your VoyageSIM QR code using the phone's camera.
- Follow the on-screen steps until the eSIM profile is fully added.
💡 Keep the QR code steady and well lit so the camera can read it easily.
3. Rename your VoyageSIM to eSIM
- Go back to Settings → Connections → SIM card manager .
- Select your newly added VoyageSIM eSIM.
- Give it a clear name, for example “VoyageSIM – Europe” or “VoyageSIM – USA” .
ℹ️ A clear label helps avoid confusion with other SIM or eSIM profiles on your device.
4. Turn off your primary SIM (recommended)
- In Settings → Connections → SIM card manager , select your primary SIM.
- Turn it off or remove it from being the default for mobile data.
- Ensure the VoyageSIM eSIM is set as the default SIM for mobile data .
⚠ This helps prevent your phone from connecting to your home carrier while abroad.
5. Activate your VoyageSIM eSIM
- In Settings → Connections → SIM card manager , select the VoyageSIM eSIM.
- Turn on “Enable this SIM” (or equivalent).
- Set VoyageSIM as the default SIM for mobile data .
6. Enable Data Roaming
- Go to Settings → Connections → Data usage .
- Select the VoyageSIM eSIM.
- Enable “Data roaming” .
⚠ Without data roaming turned on, your eSIM will not connect to the local network.
ℹ️ Roaming is already included in your VoyageSIM plan—no extra charges from your home carrier.
7. Configure APN if the connection doesn't work
- Open Settings → Connections → Mobile networks .
- Tap Access Point Names (APNs) .
- Tap Add or the “+” icon.
- Fill in only the following fields:
- Name: VoyageSIM
- APN: data.esim
- Leave all other fields blank.
- Save, then select this APN as the active one.
⚠ This step is only required if mobile data doesn't work after installation and activation.
8. Final checks
- Restart your phone after installing the eSIM (and configuring APN if needed).
- On arrival, wait a few minutes for the device to attach to the local network.
- Test mobile data with a browser or any app that requires internet.
💡 If there's still no connection, confirm that mobile data and data roaming are enabled, then restart the device again.