How to Find Your eSIM ICCID Number: Complete Guide for iPhone & Android

When you use an eSIM, there are times you will be asked for your ICCID number — contacting customer support, transferring a plan, or working through a technical problem. With a physical SIM the number is printed on the back of the card, but an eSIM has no visible card, so it is not obvious where to look.

This guide covers what an ICCID is, exactly how to find it on iPhone and Android, and how it differs from the EID — a similar-looking number that serves a completely different purpose.

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What is an ICCID?

Definition

ICCID stands for Integrated Circuit Card Identifier. It is the unique identification number assigned to every SIM card in the world, including both physical SIMs and eSIMs. Think of it as the SIM card's serial number.

Structure of an ICCID

An ICCID is typically 19–20 digits and encodes the following:

• First 2 digits (89): Telecom industry code (the same on every SIM)
• Next 1–3 digits: Country code
• Next 1–4 digits: Carrier code (MNC)
• Remaining digits: Individual account identifier
• Final digit: Check digit for validation (Luhn algorithm)

For example, in the ICCID 8982301234567890123:

• 89 → telecom industry
• 82 → South Korea country code
• 30 → a specific carrier
• The rest → unique identifier

ICCID on physical SIM vs eSIM

On a physical SIM card the ICCID is printed on the surface, so you can simply read it. An eSIM chip is embedded inside the device, which means the number can only be retrieved through the device's software settings.

An important detail: a single eSIM chip (eUICC) can hold multiple profiles, and each profile has its own ICCID. If you have installed three travel eSIMs, there are three ICCIDs.

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When you need your ICCID

Knowing your ICCID is useful in these situations:

1. Contacting customer support

When you request technical help from an eSIM provider, the ICCID is one of the first things an agent will ask for. It lets them identify your exact line and plan.

2. Troubleshooting activation problems

If an eSIM fails to activate, providing the ICCID allows the provider to check the profile status on their server and decide whether to reissue it.

3. Transferring or reinstalling an eSIM

Moving an eSIM to a new device, or recovering one you deleted by mistake, often requires the ICCID. Some providers reissue profiles based on it.

4. Managing multiple eSIM profiles

If you have several travel eSIMs installed, recording each profile's ICCID makes it easy to tell which profile belongs to which service.

5. Reporting a lost or stolen device

If your device is lost or stolen, having the ICCID on hand lets you ask the carrier to suspend the line quickly.

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How to find the ICCID on iPhone

On iPhone you can find the ICCID through the Settings app. Menu names vary slightly between iOS versions, but the basic path is the same.

Method 1: Settings app (easiest)

Step by step:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap General.
3. Tap About.
4. Scroll down and find the ICCID entry.

If you use Dual SIM (physical SIM + eSIM, or eSIM + eSIM), an ICCID is shown for each line, listed under the line name.

Tip: Press and hold the ICCID entry to copy the number. This saves you from typing a long string by hand and getting it wrong.

Method 2: Settings > Cellular

On iOS 16 and later you can also check it from cellular settings:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap Cellular (or Mobile Data).
3. Tap the eSIM line you want to check.
4. Find the ICCID at the bottom of the line details.

Method 3: Phone app code

On some iOS versions you can use a special code in the Phone app:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter *#06# on the keypad.
3. The ICCID appears along with the device IMEI.

Note: This does not display the ICCID on every iOS version. If you only see the IMEI, use Method 1.

Notes by iPhone model

• iPhone XS / XR and later: 1 physical SIM + 1 eSIM
• iPhone 13 and later: 1 physical SIM + 2 eSIMs
• iPhone 14 (US models): eSIM only (no physical SIM tray), 2 eSIMs active at once
• iPhone 15 / 16: 1 physical SIM + eSIM, or eSIM-only, depending on region

When multiple eSIM profiles are installed, Settings > General > About lists the ICCID of each profile separately.

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How to find the ICCID on Android

Android settings menus differ by manufacturer, so here are the paths for the major brands.

Samsung Galaxy

Step by step:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap About phone.
3. Tap Status information.
4. Tap SIM card status.
5. Find the ICCID entry.

With Dual SIM, select SIM 1 or SIM 2 to see each ICCID.

One UI 6.0 and later (Galaxy S24 series, etc.):

1. Go to Settings > Connections > SIM manager.
2. Tap the eSIM you want to check.
3. Find the ICCID in the profile details.

Google Pixel

Pixel offers the interface closest to stock Android.

Step by step:

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap About phone.
3. Tap SIM status.
4. Read the number under ICCID.

Pixel on Android 14 and later:

1. Go to Settings > Network & internet > SIMs.
2. Tap the eSIM you want to check.
3. Find the ICCID in the details at the bottom.

Other Android devices (Xiaomi, OnePlus, OPPO, etc.)

Paths vary by manufacturer but generally follow one of these patterns:

• Settings > About phone > Status > SIM card status
• Settings > System > About phone > SIM status
• Settings > Connection & sharing > SIM card & mobile data

Universal method — phone code:

You can try this on any Android device:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter *#06# on the keypad.
3. The ICCID may be shown alongside the IMEI.

Note: On some devices *#06# shows only the IMEI and not the ICCID. In that case use the Settings app.

If the ICCID is not shown on Android

Some Android devices and OS versions do not surface the ICCID directly in settings. Try the following:

1. Use a SIM info app: Installing an app such as "SIM Card Info" from the Google Play Store will display SIM details including the ICCID.
2. Developer options: Settings > Developer options > Phone info sometimes exposes additional SIM information.
3. Service menu: On some devices, entering *#*#4636#*#* opens a testing menu where SIM information is available.

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ICCID vs EID

While using an eSIM you will also come across the term EID. The two are frequently confused, but they do entirely different jobs.

ICCID (Integrated Circuit Card Identifier)

Item	Details
Identifies	An individual SIM profile (line)
Uniqueness	A different number for every profile
Changes?	Changes when a new profile is installed
Length	19–20 digits
Purpose	Identifying a specific line/plan

EID (eUICC Identifier)

Item	Details
Identifies	The eUICC chip itself (hardware)
Uniqueness	Fixed per device
Changes?	Cannot change (fixed in hardware)
Length	32 digits
Purpose	Identifying the eSIM chip hardware

An easy way to think about it

By analogy:

• The EID is like the address of an apartment building. It identifies the building itself and does not change for as long as the building stands.
• The ICCID is like the name of the resident living inside. When a new resident moves in (a new profile is installed), the name changes.

This is exactly why one device (one EID) can hold multiple eSIM profiles (multiple ICCIDs).

How to find your EID

iPhone:

1. Settings > General > About
2. Scroll down to the EID entry

Android (Samsung):

1. Settings > About phone > Status information
2. Find the EID entry

Android (Pixel):

1. Settings > About phone
2. Find the EID entry

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Tips for managing your ICCID

1. Write the ICCID down

Recording the ICCID in a notes app or spreadsheet each time you buy a travel eSIM lets you respond quickly if something goes wrong. It helps to record these details together:

• ICCID number
• Provider name
• Purchase date
• Country/region of use
• Data allowance and validity period
• Order number from the purchase confirmation email

2. Take a screenshot

Capturing the settings screen while the ICCID is displayed gives you a fast way to find it in an emergency.

3. Use copy and paste

An ICCID is 19–20 digits long, so typing it by hand invites mistakes. Copy and paste whenever you can. On iPhone, press and hold the ICCID to copy it.

4. Be careful about sharing it

The ICCID is a unique SIM identifier, so it is best not to share it publicly. Only provide it when necessary, such as when contacting customer support.

5. Check the ICCID before deleting an eSIM

Deleting an eSIM profile also removes its ICCID from the device. Record it beforehand so that reinstallation or a refund request can proceed smoothly later.

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Frequently asked questions

Q: Are the ICCID and IMEI the same thing?

No. The IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) is the unique number of the device itself, while the ICCID is the unique number of the SIM card (profile). One device (one IMEI) can hold several SIMs (several ICCIDs).

Q: Does the ICCID disappear if I delete the eSIM?

Yes — deleting an eSIM profile from the device removes its ICCID information too. The record still exists on the provider's server, so contact them if you need a reinstallation.

Q: Can one device have multiple ICCIDs?

Yes. When multiple eSIM profiles are installed, each has its own ICCID. An iPhone can store eight or more eSIM profiles, each with a different ICCID.

Q: Can someone track my location with an ICCID?

An ICCID alone cannot be used for real-time location tracking. However, carriers can use it to access call and data records for that line, so it is wise not to share it unnecessarily.

Q: Will I know my ICCID if I buy an eSIM through esimoa?

esimoa is an eSIM price comparison platform, and the actual purchase is completed through each provider. The ICCID can be checked once the eSIM profile is installed on your device, and it is sometimes included in the purchase confirmation email.

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Wrapping up

The ICCID is essential information for managing an eSIM and resolving problems. Most of the time you will not think about it, but knowing how to find it quickly when you need it saves a lot of time.

In particular, get into the habit of noting the ICCID before you depart, right after installing a travel eSIM. If you run into a data connection problem abroad, it is the piece of information you need in order to contact customer support from overseas.

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