Published on 06.07.2023

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In this fast-paced digital world, connectivity plays a crucial role in our lives. Right from work to entertainment and more, we are connected using our smartphones and devices. However, smartphones require a SIM card to connect to the cellular network and work well. Traditional SIM cards evolved with time and became sleeker, from a full-sized card to a nano and even came the virtual route known as eSIMs. 

eSIM, short for embedded SIM, is a digital SIM card that is pre-installed or embedded directly into the device, enabling it to connect to the cellular network without a physical SIM card. 

Benefits of eSIM:

• An eSIM makes removing/slotting a SIM card every time redundant
• Activate a cellular plan or switch plans without a physical SIM card
• Conveniently use a second SIM card without removing the primary SIM while travelling 
• Since eSIMs are integrated into the device, they can be programmed / reprogrammed virtually
• Without the need of a physical SIM card slot, eSIMs can save space allowing for sleeker device designs
• eSIM technology offers enhanced security compared to traditional SIM cards, as the data on an eSIM is encrypted
• eSIMs are less prone to physical damage, loss, or theft

All Vi postpaid consumers from many major Tier-1 and Tier-2 cities are eligible for the Vi eSIM.

If you are not on Vi Postpaid Plan, get a Vi Postpaid SIM with a plan that suits your needs and activate eSIM.

With an eSIM-supported handset, Vi users can activate their eSIM in simple steps.

1. Send an SMS "eSIM<space>registered email id" to 199
2. You will receive a confirmation SMS
3. Follow the prompts to confirm your eSIM request over SMS and call
4. You will receive final SMS with information on the QR code 
5. The QR code will be sent to your registered email id
6. From Device Settings > Select "Network & Internet" > "Mobile Network" and "Download a SIM instead"
7. Scan the QR code received through email
8. Follow the prompts and complete the eSIM activation

Forget the hassle of physical SIM cards and be digital savvy with Vi eSIMs. Visit the eSIM activation page on the Vi website / Vi App for more details.