Yes.The iPhone 14 supports eSIM. The only exception: models sold in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao use two nano-SIM cards and have no eSIM. US models are eSIM only.
Does the iPhone 14 have eSIM, a physical SIM, or both? That depends on where your phone was sold. Models from the US have no SIM tray and use eSIM only. Models from most other countries take one nano-SIM plus eSIM, or two eSIMs. Here's what Apple says, how to check your own phone and how to add a travel eSIM.
Does the iPhone 14 support eSIM?
Yes, in almost every country. Here's exactly what Apple says, checked in November 2026.
What Apple's tech specs say
- United States: "Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs; stores eight or more eSIMs)". Apple adds that the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus "use eSIM technology and are not compatible with physical SIM cards" (Apple: iPhone 14 tech specs, US).
- UK and other countries: "Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM)" and "Dual eSIM support", plus a SIM tray "available on models purchased outside the U.S." (Apple: iPhone 14 tech specs, UK).
What Apple says about China, Hong Kong and Macao
Apple lists the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus among the models that use Dual SIM with two nano-SIM cards when bought in mainland China, Hong Kong or Macao (Apple: Using Dual SIM with two nano-SIM cards). Apple's eSIM setup page also says that in mainland China only a few newer iPhones support eSIM, and the iPhone 14 isn't one of them (Apple: Set up eSIM on iPhone).
So, is the iPhone 14 eSIM compatible?
Yes, unless it was made for mainland China, Hong Kong or Macao. If you bought it second-hand or abroad, check the model number (see below) before you buy an eSIM.
iPhone 14 eSIM specs at a glance
- eSIM: yes, except models for mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao.
- US models: eSIM only, no SIM tray. Two active eSIMs, and Apple says it stores eight or more.
- Models from other countries: one nano-SIM plus one eSIM, or two eSIMs.
- iPhone 14 model numbers (Apple: Identify your iPhone model):
- A2649: United States, Puerto Rico (no SIM tray, eSIM only)
- A2881: Canada, Guam, Japan, Mexico, Saudi Arabia and U.S. Virgin Islands
- A2883: Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia
- A2882: other countries and regions
- A2884: China mainland, Hong Kong, Macao (two nano-SIMs, no eSIM)
More on how this works in our guide to how many eSIMs you can have on an iPhone.
How to check if your iPhone 14 has eSIM
1. Look for an EID in Settings
- Open Settings and tap General.
- Tap About and scroll down.
- If you see an EID number, your iPhone has an eSIM.
That's where Apple shows the EID (Apple: Find the serial number, EID or IMEI). More about what an EID number is.
2. Check your model number
In Settings > General > About, tap the part number next to Model Number to see the model number that starts with "A" (Apple: Find the model number). A2884 is the iPhone 14 for mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao, without eSIM. A2649 is the US model, which is eSIM only. If your iPhone shows an EID in step 1, it has eSIM, whatever the model number. More ways to check in our guide to checking eSIM compatibility.
3. Check that your iPhone isn't carrier-locked
An eSIM from another provider won't work on a locked iPhone. Go to Settings > General > About: if Carrier Lock says No SIM restrictions, your iPhone is unlocked. If not, only your carrier can unlock it (Apple: How to unlock your iPhone). See also how to unlock your phone.
How to add an eSIM on the iPhone 14
Apple gives these steps for an eSIM with a QR code (Apple: Set up eSIM on iPhone):
- Connect to Wi-Fi.
- Open the Camera app and scan the QR code from your carrier or eSIM provider.
- Tap the Cellular Plan Detected notification.
- Tap Continue, then Add Cellular Plan.
Got the details as text instead? Go to Settings > Cellular (or Mobile Data) > Add Cellular Plan > Enter Details Manually. Keep the QR code until the eSIM works. Stuck? See our eSIM install guide or what to do when your eSIM won't activate.
iPhone 14 Plus and other iPhone 14 models
- iPhone 14 Plus: same SIM setup as the iPhone 14. US models (A2632) have no SIM tray, models for other countries have one, and models for mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao (A2888) use two nano-SIMs (Apple: Identify your iPhone model).
- iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max: Apple lists them with the same exception for mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao. See our iPhone 14 Pro Max eSIM guide.
- iPhone 15: also eSIM only in the US and nano-SIM plus eSIM elsewhere. More in our iPhone 15 eSIM guide.
Not sure about another phone? See our list of eSIM supported devices.
Using a travel eSIM on your iPhone 14
Your iPhone 14 can keep your home line and a travel eSIM active at the same time. Keep your home number for calls and texts, and pick the travel eSIM for data under Settings > Cellular (or Mobile Data) > Cellular Data (Apple: Using Dual SIM with an eSIM). Here's how to set up and manage two lines.
Traveling to Europe, the USA or Asia? These are data-only plans for each region. Check that your iPhone shows an EID and is unlocked before you buy.
Data-only eSIMs · Europe · USA · Asia · See all destinations
FAQs
Does the iPhone 14 have eSIM or a physical SIM?
Both, outside the US: you can use one nano-SIM and one eSIM at the same time, or two eSIMs. US models have no SIM tray, so they use eSIM only.
Is the iPhone 14 eSIM only?
Only the US model (A2649). Apple says the US iPhone 14 uses eSIM technology and isn't compatible with physical SIM cards. Models from other countries have a SIM tray.
Do all iPhone 14 models have eSIM?
No. Models sold in mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao (A2884) have two nano-SIM slots and no eSIM. Every other iPhone 14 supports eSIM.
How many eSIMs can the iPhone 14 have?
Apple says it stores eight or more eSIMs, and two can be active at the same time.
Does the iPhone 14 Plus have eSIM?
Yes, with the same exception for models made for mainland China, Hong Kong and Macao.
Can I use a US iPhone 14 abroad?
Yes, if it's unlocked. Add a travel eSIM for data and keep your US eSIM for calls and texts. Check Carrier Lock in Settings > General > About first.
Does a Hong Kong or China iPhone 14 work with a travel eSIM?
No. Apple sells it there with two nano-SIM slots and no eSIM. You'll need a physical SIM card for your trip.
