No.Xiaomi says the Xiaomi Mi 11 doesn't support eSIM: it takes two nano-SIM cards. The same goes for the Mi 11 Lite 5G, the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE, the Mi 11 Ultra and the Mi 11i.
That's Xiaomi's own answer, in its Mi 11 FAQ and on its spec pages in every region where we found one. So a travel eSIM can't be installed on a Mi 11. Planning a trip? 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 support eSIM?
Here's exactly what Xiaomi says, checked in November 2026.
What Xiaomi's Mi 11 FAQ says
Xiaomi's Mi 11 FAQ answers the question directly: "Mi 11 supports dual-card 5G networks and doesn't support an eSIM card." The same FAQ says the Mi 11 "adopts Nano SIM + Nano SIM" (Xiaomi: Mi 11 FAQ). Xiaomi's German, French, Spanish, Italian and Polish FAQ pages give the same answer (Xiaomi Germany: Mi 11 FAQ).
What Xiaomi's Mi 11 spec pages say
- Global, UK, Malaysia and Singapore: "Dual SIM", and no eSIM anywhere on the page (Xiaomi: Mi 11 specs).
- Italy, Spain, France, Poland, Turkey, Indonesia, Mexico, Thailand and Russia: the same dual SIM line in the local language, and no eSIM.
- India and Germany: Xiaomi has no Mi 11 spec page on these sites, but the German FAQ above covers it.
So, is the Xiaomi Mi 11 eSIM compatible?
No. Xiaomi's FAQ and spec pages agree, and that's why the Mi 11 isn't on our list of eSIM supported phones.
Xiaomi Mi 11 eSIM specs at a glance
- eSIM: not supported (Xiaomi FAQ).
- SIM setup: Dual SIM, two nano-SIM cards.
- Memory card: no external SD card, per Xiaomi's FAQ.
- 5G: yes, though it depends on your region and your carrier.
What about the Mi 11 Lite, 11 Lite 5G NE, Ultra and 11i?
Looking at one of the other Mi 11 phones? Xiaomi's FAQs say no eSIM on these either:
- Mi 11 Lite 5G: "supports 5G networks but doesn't support esim card" (Xiaomi: Mi 11 Lite 5G FAQ).
- Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE: Xiaomi's German FAQ says it supports dual-card 5G and no eSIM (Xiaomi Germany: Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE FAQ). The Italian, French and Spanish FAQs agree.
- Mi 11 Ultra: no eSIM (Xiaomi: Mi 11 Ultra FAQ). See also our Mi 11 Ultra guide.
- Mi 11i: no eSIM (Xiaomi: Mi 11i FAQ). See also our Mi 11i guide.
The Xiaomi 11T is a different phone, and we haven't checked it here. Look it up on Xiaomi's site for your region. Checking another Xiaomi? See if the Xiaomi Mi 10 or Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro is eSIM compatible.
How to check your Xiaomi's SIM options
Not sure which Xiaomi you have, or want to be sure? Check the phone itself.
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. More ways to check in our guide to checking eSIM compatibility.
2. Check the SIM tray
A Mi 11 has a tray for two nano-SIM cards. Xiaomi's FAQ says the same.
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. For other brands and models, see our list of eSIM supported devices. Phones without eSIM, like the Mi 11, aren't on it. Our Xiaomi 12T guide also explains the difference between the 12T and 12T Pro.
Travelling with a Xiaomi Mi 11
Your Mi 11 can't take a travel eSIM, so for data abroad you'll need a local physical SIM card or your home carrier's roaming. Since the Mi 11 has two nano-SIM slots, you can keep your home SIM in one slot 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 are data-only plans for Europe, Asia and the USA. Check that the phone supports eSIM first, since an eSIM can't be installed on a phone without it.
Data-only eSIMs · Europe · Asia · USA · See all destinations
FAQs
Does the Xiaomi Mi 11 support eSIM?
No. Xiaomi's FAQ says the Mi 11 "doesn't support an eSIM card", and its spec pages list Dual SIM with two nano-SIM cards only.
Does the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE support eSIM?
No. Xiaomi's FAQs in German, Italian, French and Spanish say it supports dual-card 5G and no eSIM.
Does the Mi 11 Lite support eSIM?
Xiaomi's FAQ for the Mi 11 Lite 5G says it doesn't support an eSIM card.
Does the Mi 11 Ultra support eSIM?
No. Xiaomi's Mi 11 Ultra FAQ says it supports 5G networks but not an eSIM card.
Can I use two SIM cards in the Xiaomi Mi 11?
Yes. The Mi 11 uses Nano SIM + Nano SIM, so you can use two physical SIM cards.
Why do some websites say the Mi 11 has eSIM?
Some lists confuse the Mi 11 with newer Xiaomi phones. Xiaomi's own FAQ and spec pages are clear: the Mi 11 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.
