How to Delete an eSIM from Your Device
Deleting expired or unused eSIMs ensures better device functionality and avoids confusion in cellular settings. Regularly managing your eSIMs helps maintain seamless connectivity and prevents unnecessary complications. Make sure you only delete the eSIM when you are no longer going to use it. Additionally, if possible, save the original QR code or credentials to reinstate it if needed in the future. Always ensure the eSIM is not actively in use before deletion to avoid connectivity issues.
You can remove your eSIM from your device from your device settings.
On iOS:
Go to Settings > Cellular or Mobile Data.
Click into the eSIM profile, and scroll down. You should see a "Remove Cellular Plan" button. Pressing this button will start an eSIM removal process within your Cellular Settings. Follow the on-screen instructions to remove your eSIM.
If you see a notification, "Line No Longer Available" or "Update Contacts", select your primary line.
The record will be removed entirely from your phone.
If you have further questions about eSIM removal, please see the Apple Support page here.
On Android:
1. Go to Settings > SIM Manager on Samsung devices; or on other Android devices Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile Networks
Click the eSIM that you want to remove, and select the option to delete the eSIM.For Google Pixel devices, navigate to Settings > Network & Internet > SIMs, select the eSIM, and choose Erase. Restart your device if the eSIM still appears after deletion.
Restart Your Phone: A simple reboot can resolve persistent eSIM issues.
Toggle Airplane Mode: Turn it on for a few seconds and then off again to refresh the system.
Clear SIM Manager Cache and Data:
Go to Settings > Apps > Show system apps.
Locate SIM Manager or SIM Toolkit.
Clear cache and data, then restart your device.
Reset Network Settings: If all else fails, reset network settings. Note that this will delete saved Wi-Fi credentials as well.
FAQs
Will deleting an eSIM affect my current connectivity? If you delete an expired or unused eSIM while retaining your active one, your connectivity will remain unaffected. Avoid deleting the active eSIM by mistake.
Can I reinstall an eSIM after deleting it? If you've accidentally deleted or removed your eSIM, don't worry—there are various methods to reinstall it. Follow the guidance below to successfully restore your eSIM on your device.
Note that below eSIM packages cannot be reinstalled once removed from the device:
Thailand 50GB 10 Days
Thailand Unlimited 10 Days
Thailand Unlimited 15 Days
Thailand Unlimited 30 Days
Why does my deleted eSIM still appear on my phone? This might be due to a system error. Try troubleshooting methods like clearing the SIM Manager cache or resetting network settings.