TL;DR: Carrier eSIMs may transfer during iPhone setup with Quick Transfer. RoameSIM travel eSIMs usually cannot move to a new device — plan for a new QR on the new phone and contact support if you upgrade mid-trip.
Apple eSIM Quick Transfer (carrier plans)
When setting up a new iPhone from an old one, Apple may offer to transfer your carrier eSIM. This applies to postpaid lines from mobile operators — not most prepaid travel eSIMs sold online.
Travel eSIMs (RoameSIM) — what to expect
Prepaid travel profiles are provisioned for secure single-device use. After first install, the QR may not work on a second device. If you buy a new iPhone:
- Do not delete the old profile until you confirm connectivity on the new device (if support can reissue).
- Email info@roamesim.io with your order reference if you changed phones during an active trip.
- Purchase a new plan for the new iPhone if required.
Step-by-step: new iPhone setup with RoameSIM
- Complete iPhone setup and connect to Wi‑Fi.
- Open your RoameSIM email on the new phone (or tracking link).
- Follow install eSIM on iPhone.
- Enable the line and roaming when you reach your destination.
Upgrading before a trip
Best practice: install the eSIM on the phone you will actually travel with. If you upgrade early, install on the new device before departure.
Old iPhone: remove the profile?
After the new phone works, you may delete the old eSIM profile (Settings → Mobile Data → plan → Remove Mobile Plan) to avoid confusion. Removing does not refund unused data — see Refund Policy.
Connection issues on the new phone?
Use our troubleshooting checklist — especially data roaming and line selection.
Shop for your new device
Browse RoameSIM plans and get a fresh QR delivered by email.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I move my RoameSIM travel eSIM to a new iPhone?
Most prepaid travel eSIMs are tied to the device where they were first installed. You typically cannot transfer an active RoameSIM profile to another phone — purchase a new plan for the new device.
Does Apple eSIM Quick Transfer work for travel eSIMs?
Quick Transfer works for some carrier eSIMs during iPhone setup. Third-party travel eSIMs from RoameSIM usually do not transfer this way.
Will I lose remaining data if I change phones?
If the profile cannot be moved, unused data on the old device may not be usable on the new phone. Contact support with your order reference before deleting profiles.
How do I set up RoameSIM on my new iPhone?
Purchase a new plan or contact support with your order reference. Install the QR on Wi‑Fi using our iPhone install guide before you travel.
