eSIM in Switzerland:
Everything you need to know
An eSIM (embedded SIM) replaces the classic SIM card with a built-in chip. No plastic, no swapping, just digital activation. Dual SIM has never been easier: two numbers on one device, no SIM swap needed.
📡 What is an eSIM?
An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a SIM chip permanently built into your device, written digitally. Instead of inserting a physical card, you scan a QR code and your mobile profile loads instantly.
No plastic
No SIM tray, no needle tool. All digital.
Active instantly
Scan a QR code and you're online in minutes.
Dual SIM
Two numbers on one device, work & personal kept separate.
Ideal for travel
Add a local eSIM abroad, no roaming stress.
📊 Which Swiss providers offer eSIM?
Not every mobile provider in Switzerland supports eSIM. Here's the full overview:
| Provider | eSIM | Network | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swisscom | ✔ | 🔵 Swisscom | CHF 69.90 |
| Sunrise | ✔ | ☀️ Sunrise | CHF 35.50 |
| Salt | ✔ | 🟢 Salt | CHF 24.95 |
| Digital Republic | ✔ | ☀️ Sunrise | CHF 13.00 |
| yallo | ✔ | ☀️ Sunrise | CHF 24.90 |
| Wingo | ✔ | 🔵 Swisscom | CHF 13.95 |
| swype | ✔ | ☀️ Sunrise | CHF 19.95 |
| Mucho | ✔ | 🔵 Swisscom | CHF 19.90 |
| GoMo | ✘ | 🟢 Salt | CHF 14.95 |
| Migros Mobile | ✘ | 🔵 Swisscom | CHF 25.95 |
| Aldi Mobile | ✘ | ☀️ Sunrise | CHF 19.90 |
| Lidl Connect | ✘ | 🟢 Salt | CHF 14.90 |
| spusu | ✘ | 🟢 Salt | CHF 19.90 |
| Lebara | ✘ | ☀️ Sunrise | CHF 19.90 |
| Lycamobile | ✘ | 🟢 Salt | CHF 14.90 |
📱 Which devices support eSIM?
Most current smartphones are eSIM-compatible. Here are the main brands:
Apple
iPhone XR and newer (since 2018), Apple Watch Series 3+
Samsung
Galaxy S20 and newer, Galaxy Z Fold/Flip range
Pixel 3 and newer
Huawei
P40 and newer (limited)
⚖️ Pros & cons of eSIM
✅ Pros
- Active instantly, no waiting for the post
- Dual SIM possible, two numbers on one device
- No SIM swap needed when changing provider
- More eco-friendly, no plastic, no shipping
❌ Cons
- Not every provider supports eSIM
- Transfer required when changing devices
- Fewer MVNOs with eSIM support
🔌 How to activate an eSIM
Setup takes only a few minutes. Here's how:
Get the QR code
Your provider sends you the eSIM QR code by email or makes it available in the app.
Add the eSIM
Go to Settings → Mobile → Add eSIM → Scan QR code.
Done, you're online
The eSIM is activated immediately. Use it as your primary or secondary line.
🏆 Our pick: top 3 eSIM providers
These three providers offer the best value for money with eSIM in Switzerland: