This guide will help you activate eSIM on a Samsung phone using a few simple steps. eSIM allows you to use mobile service without a physical SIM card, making it especially convenient for those who use more than one number or wish to eliminate plastic SIM cards altogether.

Materials needed

• A Samsung phone that supports eSIM (e.g., Galaxy S20 or newer, Galaxy Z Flip/Fold series, etc.)
• A stable Wi-Fi connection
• Nova eSIM QR code (available via self-service portal, in-store at Nova, or from customer support)

Step 1: Open Settings and search for “SIM”

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Type “SIM” in the search bar and select SIM card manager or a similar option.

Step 2: Add an eSIM

1. Tap Add mobile plan or Add eSIM.
2. Select Scan QR code from service provider.

Step 3: Scan the Nova QR code

1. Scan the QR code you received from Nova.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions and confirm the activation.

Step 4: Activate the eSIM plan

1. Once the eSIM has been registered and approved, tap Activate if prompted.
2. Your phone should now automatically connect to Nova’s network.