Does the OnePlus 13r support eSIM?
OnePlus 13r eSIM compatibility
Yes, the OnePlus 13r supports eSIM, but only in specific regional variants. If you purchased your OnePlus 13r in the European Union or the United States, your device includes eSIM functionality. However, the India variant does not support eSIM—you'll need to rely on the physical nano-SIM slot instead.
This regional difference matters if you're buying the phone internationally or checking compatibility before purchasing. Always verify your specific model's capabilities with the retailer or OnePlus directly if you're unsure about your region.
Dual SIM capabilities on the OnePlus 13r
The OnePlus 13r offers dual SIM functionality when eSIM is available. You can run one eSIM and one physical nano-SIM simultaneously, giving you two active numbers on one device. This setup works well for separating work and personal lines, or keeping your home number active while using a travel eSIM for data abroad.
The device does not support dual eSIM operation—you'll always need at least one physical SIM if you want two active lines. You can store multiple eSIM profiles on the phone, but only one eSIM can be active at a time alongside your physical SIM.
How to set up an eSIM on the OnePlus 13r
OnePlus 13r eSIM activation steps
Setting up an eSIM on your OnePlus 13r takes about sixty seconds once you have your QR code from your carrier or eSIM provider. The process works the same whether you're activating a carrier plan in the USA, setting up Mint Mobile service, or installing a travel eSIM in Europe.
- Open Settings and tap Mobile network (or SIM & network depending on your OxygenOS version).
- Tap Add eSIM or the + icon to add a new mobile plan.
- Select Scan QR code and point your camera at the QR code provided by your carrier or eSIM service.
- Confirm the plan details and tap Add to download the eSIM profile to your device.
- Label your eSIM line with a recognizable name (like "Travel" or "Work") so you can distinguish it from your physical SIM.
- Choose which SIM to use for mobile data, calls, and messages in the SIM settings menu.
Set up an eSIM in Settings
Your OnePlus 13r will prompt you to turn on the new eSIM line after installation. You can manage both SIM cards—physical and eSIM—independently, turning each on or off as needed. If you're keeping your home SIM active for calls and texts while using an eSIM for data, make sure you select the correct line for mobile data in your SIM preferences.
Some eSIM providers let you activate using an activation code instead of a QR code. In Settings, choose Enter activation code manually if that option appears, then paste the code your provider sent.
Using a travel eSIM on the OnePlus 13r
A travel eSIM is the easiest way to get mobile data when you're abroad without paying international roaming fees. Instead of hunting for a local SIM card at the airport or dealing with your home carrier's expensive roaming packages, you install an eSIM before you fly and have data the moment you land.
You can browse eSIM plans for your destination, purchase a data package that fits your trip length, and receive the QR code by email within minutes. Install it on your OnePlus 13r while you're still at home—the eSIM won't activate until you arrive in the coverage country and turn it on.
Keep your home number active
Your physical SIM stays in the phone while the travel eSIM handles data. You can still receive calls and text messages on your home number, which is useful for two-factor authentication codes or staying reachable at your regular number. Just turn off data roaming on your home SIM to avoid accidental charges, and set your eSIM as the data line.
This dual-SIM setup means you don't have to swap SIM cards or lose access to your primary number. Many travelers on Reddit recommend this approach for the OnePlus 13r when visiting Europe or using the device across the USA with regional carriers.
Tips & troubleshooting
Turn on data roaming for the eSIM line
Your OnePlus 13r treats the eSIM as a separate line, so you need to enable data roaming specifically for that eSIM profile. Go to Settings > Mobile network, select your eSIM, and toggle Data roaming on. Without this step, your travel eSIM won't connect to foreign networks even though it's active.
At the same time, confirm that data roaming is off for your home physical SIM to prevent your primary carrier from billing you for international data.
Fix an eSIM that won't activate
If the QR code won't scan, make sure your camera lens is clean and you have good lighting. You can also try entering the activation code manually if your eSIM provider includes one in the confirmation email. If the eSIM downloads but won't connect, restart your OnePlus 13r and check that the eSIM line is set as your active data SIM.
Network settings sometimes need a refresh after installing a new profile. Toggle Airplane mode on and off, or remove and re-add the eSIM profile if you continue to see "No service." You can always check another device's eSIM compatibility or get eSIM setup help if you're stuck.
Remember that wireless charging is not supported on the OnePlus 13r, so you'll need a cable for power—but that doesn't affect eSIM functionality at all.


