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eSIM cards have completely changed the way we connect to the internet while traveling. Now, we can visit virtually any country, avoiding roaming charges, making this technology one of the most sought-after by frequent travelers, digital nomads, and remote workers.
As the eSIM boom continues, more and more users are wondering how to change their country when they have one of these cards installed in their device. This article tells you everything you need to know.
Why multi-country travelers prefer eSIMs
As we anticipated, in recent years, the growth of eSIMs has been unstoppable among frequent travelers, teleworkers, and people who regularly visit several countries each year.
One of the reasons for their popularity is that they are much more affordable than international roaming, allowing us to have internet access almost anywhere in the world without a large investment. Furthermore, since they offer instant activation, extensive planning is unnecessary.
Another reason is that they allow you to subscribe to new data plans for other countries or continents without needing to buy a new eSIM. In fact, most smartphones allow you to use both your physical SIM with your main number and the eSIM simultaneously, offering great versatility.
Finally, it highlights that it is perfect for all those who use multiple devices and want to have internet on all of them, as is the case with people who work remotely and want to share internet.
Key benefits of using eSIM when changing countries
Throughout this article, we'll give you several tips and reasons why an eSIM is always a good investment for travel. Let's start with its benefits:
- An eSIM lets you access uninterrupted mobile data from the moment you land at your destination. So you don't have to worry about waiting in a long line at the airport.
- It's a much cheaper option than physical SIMs.
- It offers you great flexibility to use regional or global plans, so you can visit several countries with the same rate.
- Since it doesn't rely on any plastic, it's also a much more environmentally friendly option than traditional SIMs.
Pre-trip checklist
It's important to take a few precautions before traveling to ensure you can use your eSIM normally, such as the following:
- Make sure your smartphone is compatible with an eSIM. You can find this information in your smartphone's specifications or in this updated article.
- Download your eSIM profile before you travel. This way, it will be available during your trip.
- If you receive the QR code to install the card via text message or email, save it to the cloud or your gallery. This way, you can access it later if needed.
- Check if your mobile operator allows you to tether your computer before you travel.
Activation tips upon arrival in a new country
We recommend downloading your eSIM before you travel. This way, you won't have to do it at the airport when you land. In any case, regardless of whether you activate it before or after your trip, you'll need to do the following upon arrival:
- Activate your eSIM plan from your device settings.
- Connect to the airport's WiFi network, as you need internet access to activate the eSIM.
- In the terminal settings, select the eSIM as the card from which you want to get data during your trip.
- Finally, and most importantly: disable roaming for the SIM profile you won't be using. That is, your main number.
Management of multiple eSIM profiles
As we've already explained, you have the option of downloading multiple eSIMs to have internet access in different parts of the world. The first thing to keep in mind is that it will be very helpful to organize them by renaming them after the country or region they cover: Asia, Europe, USA, etc. This way, you'll know how to activate or deactivate each one.
To activate and deactivate each eSIM, you need to do the following:
- Go to the general Settings menu.
- Tap on “Mobile data”.
- In the “SIM / eSIM” section, tap on each line you have. You can activate and deactivate each one as you wish.
- Save the changes.
We recommend you research the eSIM market and choose a provider that offers data in as many countries as possible. This way, you won't have to constantly switch between eSIMs.
Since it's impossible to find one that covers every region of the world, you'll have to select the ones you're interested in and choose the best provider in each of those areas. Once you download all your eSIMs, they'll be saved on your smartphone.
Data usage and speed optimization between countries
With Blink eSIM, we offer unlimited data, so you don't need to take any extra precautions when using your smartphone. However, if you want to optimize your data usage, you can activate low data mode when needed. This setting can be found in your smartphone's menu.
Además, acuérdate de descargarte los mapas para que puedas acceder offline a los mismos cuando estés sin ninguna red WiFi a tu alcance. Si usas apps como Spotify o Netflix, haz lo mismo para reducir tu consumo.
If you're experiencing speed issues, you should check your APN settings. If you don't have this information, your service provider can give it to you so you can enter it into your settings.
Keep in mind that you may experience connection speed issues when using a 4G network instead of a 5G network. In this case, simply wait until a 5G network becomes available in your country. Try moving away from areas with many buildings or trees for a better connection.
Why Blink eSIM won't let you down while you travel
With Blink eSIM, you'll have no problem traveling to the in over 190 countries, where we offer coverage and enjoy an excellent user experience. Our philosophy is that you always have your eSIM available for your travels, so we offer a flat-rate, global plan with unlimited data that you can use in all the countries where we offer coverage, without needing to do any extra setup.
Furthermore, our agreements with local operators in every country where we offer service allow us to ensure you always have access to the best network available in that country, including 4G and 5G networks. You'll be able to connect at maximum speed wherever you are.
We offer a trusted network for using your map apps, navigation apps, or any other app. You'll have no problem setting up or using your eSIM, as we've simplified the experience as much as possible.
Finally, if you have any questions or suggestions, remember that we offer 24/7 support. Plus, support is provided via WhatsApp, so you won't need to download any extra apps, making your experience much simpler.
Common problems travelers face and how to avoid them
Like any other technological solution, eSIM cards can occasionally present some issues. The good news is that they all have very simple solutions, so you can resolve them in just a few minutes.
- If your eSIM isn't activating: Make sure Wi-Fi is enabled when you scan the QR code; otherwise, you won't be able to activate it. Then, restart your device. If it still doesn't work, scan the QR code you received via text message or email again.
- The speed is very slow: Whenever possible, change the network from your device's settings menu.
- Data not working: Access your settings and check your APN configuration. If the data is empty, contact your service provider to have them send it to you so you can enter it.
- Do you have multiple eSIMs at the same time? Remember that you can assign a name to each one to simplify the experience.
With Blink eSIM you won't need to do any of the above, since from the moment you download the eSIM, it will start working.
As we've seen, managing our eSIM is very simple. We can manage everything on our smartphone and select which eSIM we want to use depending on the country we're in.
