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Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone: How It Works
By Muhammad Shahid · · 4 min read
Quick answer
Move your line across without contacting your carrier. Quick Transfer moves an eSIM between two nearby iPhones over Bluetooth. Start on the new iPhone, choose Transfer From Nearby iPhone, and confirm on the old one. The line stops working on the old iPhone the moment the transfer completes.
Secret CodesDial codes, SIM & network test · Free on the App StoreDownload free →| What it does | Move your line across without contacting your carrier. |
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| Published for | any iPhone, Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and UScellular |
| Type | iOS setting |
Move your line across without contacting your carrier. This page explains what it does, how to use it on an iPhone and which carriers it applies to.
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What is Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone?
Quick Transfer moves an eSIM between two nearby iPhones over Bluetooth. Start on the new iPhone, choose Transfer From Nearby iPhone, and confirm on the old one.
The line stops working on the old iPhone the moment the transfer completes. Not every carrier supports Quick Transfer — some still require a QR code or an app.
Important: Do not erase or trade in the old iPhone until the line is confirmed working on the new one. A transfer that fails part-way usually needs the carrier to reissue the profile.
How do I do it?
- Place both iPhones near each other with Bluetooth on.
- On the new iPhone, open Settings › Cellular.
- Tap Add eSIM, then Transfer From Nearby iPhone.
- Confirm the transfer on the old iPhone.
- Wait for the line to activate before erasing the old device.
Which carriers does this apply to?
| Published for | any iPhone, Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and UScellular |
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| Type | iOS setting |
| Good to know | iOS 16 and later on both iPhones, and the carrier must support Quick Transfer. Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile generally do. |
Related sim and esim
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Frequently asked questions
What is Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone on iPhone?
Move your line across without contacting your carrier. Quick Transfer moves an eSIM between two nearby iPhones over Bluetooth. Start on the new iPhone, choose Transfer From Nearby iPhone, and confirm on the old one.
What else should I know about Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone?
The line stops working on the old iPhone the moment the transfer completes. Not every carrier supports Quick Transfer — some still require a QR code or an app.
What are the steps for Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone?
1. Place both iPhones near each other with Bluetooth on. 2. On the new iPhone, open Settings › Cellular. 3. Tap Add eSIM, then Transfer From Nearby iPhone. 4. Confirm the transfer on the old iPhone. 5. Wait for the line to activate before erasing the old device.
Where do I find Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone?
In the Settings app on your iPhone.
Is there a dial code for Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone?
No. On iPhone this is not a dial code, so you use the steps on this page instead.
Which carriers does Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone work on?
It is published for any iPhone, Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and UScellular. iOS 16 and later on both iPhones, and the carrier must support Quick Transfer. Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile generally do.
Is there anything to watch out for with Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone?
Do not erase or trade in the old iPhone until the line is confirmed working on the new one. A transfer that fails part-way usually needs the carrier to reissue the profile.
Does Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone work on Android phones too?
These steps are for iPhone. Android phones have their own menus.
Will Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone work outside the US?
The iPhone steps stay the same, although some features depend on your carrier and region.
What if Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone does not work on my iPhone?
Check that it applies to your carrier first, because carriers decide which services they offer and can change them. If it should apply to your line, contact your carrier.
What is related to Transfer An eSIM To A New iPhone?
Add An eSIM. Activate a new line without a physical SIM card.
What else is in this category?
Remove An eSIM. Delete a cellular plan from your iPhone.
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