How to Install and Activate a Mossroam eSIM on an Honor Device?

eSIM technology is revolutionizing how we stay connected, and your Honor device is ready to harness its potential. Models like the Honor 90, Honor Magic 6 Lite, Honor 70, and others are equipped for eSIM functionality. This guide will lead you through the process of installing and activating a Mossroam eSIM on your Honor device, using either a QR code scan or manual activation, with clear steps for a smooth setup. Let’s get going!

Before Setting Up a Mossroam eSIM on Your Honor Device

  • Confirm that your Honor device supports eSIM and is unlocked from carrier restrictions.
  • Ensure a connection to a stable, secure Wi-Fi network, avoiding public Wi-Fi to prevent setup interruptions.
  • If one installation method fails, switch to the alternative approach.

How to Install a Mossroam eSIM on Your Honor Device?

You can configure your Mossroam eSIM on your Honor device in two straightforward ways: by scanning a QR code or manually inputting activation details.

To install an eSIM on Honor with a QR Code:

  • Go to Settings > Select Mobile Networks > Tap on SIM Management > Select Add eSIM > Enable the eSIM option > Scan the QR code > Tap on Add eSIM (Don't close this window, or the installation will stop). 

To install an eSIM on Honor using manual codes:

  • Go to Settings > Select Mobile Networks > Tap on SIM Management > Select Add eSIM > Enable the eSIM option > Enter it Manually > Copy and paste the complete codes for iOS devices, regardless of whether your phone is Honor (including SM-DP+ and the activation code) that were sent to your email. This is not a link, but a code that must be entered in the designated space > NEXT > Tap on  Add eSIM (Don't close this window, or the installation will stop). 

How to Activate a Mossroam eSIM on Your Honor Device?

To fully utilize your Mossroam eSIM, activate it only after arriving at your destination to preserve your plan’s duration. If you’ve activated it prematurely, disable the eSIM and turn off data roaming until you’re ready to use it.

Now, let's walk you through the steps to activate your Honor and ensure everything is set up perfectly:

  • Go to Settings > Select Mobile Networks > Tap on SIM Management > Set up your Mossroam eSIM as Default mobile data > Deactivate your Personal SIM > Tap on your Mossroam eSIM > Check that the eSIM option is select it > Select your Mossroam eSIM.
  • Tap on Enable to turn on the eSIM > Go back three times until you reach the Mobile Networks menu > Choose Mobile Data > Enable the Mobile Data and Data Roaming switches.

Things to Keep in Mind

  • eSIM compatibility may vary depending on the carrier and the country where your Honor device was manufactured.
  • The manual activation code is not a hyperlink. Copy and paste it exactly into the designated field, ensuring no spaces are included.
  • For Honor devices with eSIM and Dual SIM support, such as the Honor 90, you can use a physical SIM and eSIM concurrently, but only one can handle mobile data at a time.
  • Upon arriving at your destination, disable your primary SIM to avoid unexpected roaming charges.

Troubleshooting Tips

If your Honor device fails to connect to the network via the Mossroam eSIM after enabling data roaming, try manually selecting an available network to establish a connection. Here are the steps to do it:

  • Go to Settings > Select Mobile Networks > Tap Mobile data > Choose Carrier > Turn off the Automatic switch > Tap on OK to confirm the selection > Wait for the available networks to load > Then select the operator with the best signal and connection > Try browsing again.