Does the Sony Xperia 1 VIII support eSIM?
The Xperia 1 VIII and Xperia 10 VIII support eSIM, as has every European Xperia 1 and 10 since the IV.
Sony's European models have eSIM, but some versions sold outside Europe take two nano-SIMs instead. Check your model number in Settings > About phone.
Check it yourself in 10 seconds
- Open the keypad and dial
*#06#. - If an EID number appears alongside the IMEI, your Sony Xperia 1 VIII is eSIM-ready.
- Or open Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → Add eSIM.
How to set up a travel eSIM on the Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Stay on WiFi. Go to Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → Add eSIM.
- Scan the QR code from your idealesim order email and finish setup.
- Set the travel eSIM as your mobile data SIM.
- Enable Roaming for that eSIM.
Is your Sony Xperia 1 VIII carrier-unlocked?
An eSIM-ready Sony Xperia 1 VIII still won't activate a travel eSIM if it's locked to a network. Phones bought outright are usually unlocked; contract phones often aren't. The 20-second check:
- Open Settings → Network & internet → SIMs (or Mobile network).
- Turn off Automatic network selection.
- If several carriers appear in the list, your Sony Xperia 1 VIII is unlocked.
Locked? Your carrier can usually unlock it for free once any contract is paid off.
Sony Xperia 1 VIII eSIM FAQ
Does the Sony Xperia 1 VIII support eSIM?
Yes. The Xperia 1 VIII and Xperia 10 VIII support eSIM, as has every European Xperia 1 and 10 since the IV.
How do I check if my Sony Xperia 1 VIII supports eSIM?
Dial *#06# on the keypad. If an EID number appears next to the IMEI, your Sony Xperia 1 VIII is eSIM-ready. You can also look under Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → Add eSIM.
How do I set up a travel eSIM on the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
On WiFi, go to Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → Add eSIM, scan the QR code from your order email, finish setup, then enable Roaming for the travel eSIM. (Exact wording varies slightly by manufacturer.)
Will my Sony Xperia 1 VIII work with a travel eSIM abroad?
Yes, as long as the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is carrier-unlocked. A travel eSIM from idealesim installs a second line for data while you travel, with no roaming fees — your home SIM stays in place for calls and texts.