No.Xiaomi says the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra doesn't support eSIM: it supports 5G networks, but not an eSIM card. It has two nano-SIM slots.
That's Xiaomi's own answer in its Mi 11 Ultra FAQ, and its spec pages say "Dual SIM" with no eSIM mentioned. So a travel eSIM can't be installed on a Mi 11 Ultra. This guide shows what Xiaomi says, how to check your own phone, which Xiaomi phones do have eSIM, and what to do for mobile data abroad.
Does the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra support eSIM?
Here's exactly what Xiaomi says, checked in November 2026.
What Xiaomi's Mi 11 Ultra FAQ says
Xiaomi's FAQ asks "Does Mi 11 Ultra support 5G and esim card?" and answers: "Mi 11 Ultra supports 5G networks but doesn't support esim card" (Xiaomi: Mi 11 Ultra FAQ). The UK version of the FAQ gives the same answer.
What Xiaomi's Mi 11 Ultra spec pages say
- Global, UK, Malaysia and Singapore: "Dual SIM", with no eSIM on the page (Xiaomi: Mi 11 Ultra specs).
- Italy, Spain, France, Poland and Indonesia: the same dual SIM line in the local language, and no eSIM.
- Other regions: we couldn't find a Mi 11 Ultra spec page with SIM details, so we don't state anything for them.
So, is the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra eSIM compatible?
No. Xiaomi's FAQ and spec pages agree, and that's why the Mi 11 Ultra isn't on our list of eSIM supported phones.
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra eSIM specs at a glance
- eSIM: not supported (Xiaomi FAQ).
- SIM setup: Dual SIM, two nano-SIM cards.
- 5G: yes, though it depends on your region and your carrier.
Is the Xiaomi 11 Ultra the same as the Mi 11 Ultra?
Yes. People search for "Xiaomi 11 Ultra", "Mi 11 Ultra" and "Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra", and they all mean the same phone: Xiaomi's own pages call it the Mi 11 Ultra. Other Mi 11 phones don't have eSIM either, according to Xiaomi's FAQs:
- Mi 11: "doesn't support an eSIM card". See our Xiaomi Mi 11 eSIM guide.
- Mi 11 Lite 5G: "doesn't support esim card" (Xiaomi: Mi 11 Lite 5G FAQ).
- Mi 11i: no eSIM (Xiaomi: Mi 11i FAQ). See our Mi 11i guide.
How to check your Xiaomi's SIM options
Not sure which Xiaomi you have, or want to be sure? Check the phone itself. Have a Mi 10 Pro? See whether the Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro is eSIM compatible.
1. Look for an eSIM option in your settings
Xiaomi's menu names depend on your software version. Xiaomi's support pages give two paths on phones that have eSIM:
- Settings > SIM card and mobile networks, then look for Use eSIM and Manage eSIM (Xiaomi: How can I activate eSIM on Xiaomi phones).
- Settings > Mobile networks, then look for Turn on eSIM (the path Xiaomi gives for newer phones such as the 14T: Xiaomi: How to add eSIM on the Xiaomi 14T).
No eSIM option? Then your phone most likely doesn't support eSIM, which is what you should expect on a Mi 11 Ultra. More ways to check in our guide to checking eSIM compatibility.
2. Check the SIM tray
A Mi 11 Ultra has a tray for two nano-SIM cards.
3. Check that a new phone isn't carrier-locked
If you buy a newer Xiaomi with eSIM, remember that a phone locked to your carrier won't take another provider's eSIM. Ask your carrier whether it's unlocked. Here's how to unlock your phone.
Which Xiaomi phones have eSIM?
If you want eSIM, look at newer models. Xiaomi's global spec pages list eSIM on these:
- Xiaomi 12T Pro: "nano SIM + eSIM" (Xiaomi 12T Pro specs).
- Xiaomi 13: "nano SIM + nano SIM or nano SIM + eSIM" (Xiaomi 13 specs). More in our Xiaomi 13 eSIM guide.
Xiaomi adds that eSIM availability can vary by country, region and carrier. Not every Xiaomi has it: the Xiaomi 12 doesn't, and our Xiaomi 12T guide explains the difference between the 12T and 12T Pro. For other brands, see our list of eSIM supported devices. You can also check whether the Xiaomi 12 Pro is eSIM compatible.
Travelling with a Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
Your Mi 11 Ultra can't take a travel eSIM, so for data abroad you'll need a local physical SIM card or your home carrier's roaming. With two nano-SIM slots, you can keep your home SIM in one and put a local SIM in the other. Our guide explains how data roaming works.
Travelling with a second phone that has eSIM, or moving to an eSIM phone? Then a travel eSIM gives you mobile data abroad without swapping SIM cards, and your home SIM stays active for calls and texts. Here's how to set up and manage two lines. These plans are data-only. Check first that the phone supports eSIM, since an eSIM can't be installed on a phone without it.
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FAQs
Does the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra support eSIM?
No. Xiaomi's FAQ says it supports 5G networks but doesn't support an eSIM card, and its spec pages list Dual SIM.
Does the Xiaomi 11 Ultra have eSIM?
No. "Xiaomi 11 Ultra" is the same phone as the Mi 11 Ultra, and Xiaomi says it has no eSIM.
Can I use two SIM cards in the Mi 11 Ultra?
Yes. Xiaomi lists it as Dual SIM, so you can use two physical nano-SIM cards.
Can I use a travel eSIM on the Mi 11 Ultra?
No. An eSIM can't be installed on a phone without eSIM support. Use a local physical SIM or your carrier's roaming.
Why do some websites say the Mi 11 Ultra has eSIM?
Some lists mix it up with newer Xiaomi phones. Xiaomi's own FAQ and spec pages are clear: the Mi 11 Ultra has no eSIM.
Which Xiaomi phones have eSIM?
Xiaomi's spec pages list eSIM on the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Xiaomi 13, among others. See our eSIM supported devices list.
What if my Xiaomi has no eSIM?
Use a local physical SIM card or your carrier's roaming for your trip. If you're shopping for a new phone, check it first in our eSIM supported devices list.
