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How it works

Checkout to connected in ~3 minutes

How Turnaa eSIM works

No store visits, no plastic SIM, no roaming bills. Buy online, scan a QR code, and your phone is online the moment you land.

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Choosing an eSIM plan on a phone
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Pick your destination & plan

Choose your country or region and compare plans — every plan shows data, validity and price up front. No hidden fees at checkout.

  • 190+ countries and regions covered
  • Fixed-data and daily unlimited options
  • Prices shown in USD, taxes calculated at checkout
Secure card payment
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Pay securely — no account needed

Checkout with your card, Apple Pay or Google Pay via Stripe. All we need is your email address to deliver the eSIM.

  • Stripe-secured payment, we never see your card number
  • QR code emailed within ~30 seconds
  • Also shown on the order success page
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Scan the QR & go

On your phone open Settings → Cellular / Mobile Data → Add eSIM, scan the QR from your email, and confirm. Done.

  • Installation takes 1–2 minutes on Wi-Fi
  • Most plans activate on first use in the destination
  • Your home SIM keeps working — switch anytime in Settings
Tip: install your eSIM at home on Wi-Fi before you fly. It stays dormant and activates when you first use data at your destination (exact activation rule is shown on each plan).

Is my phone compatible?

Most phones from the last 5 years support eSIM. Quick reference:

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iPhone

iPhone XS / XR (2018) and newer. Must be carrier-unlocked.

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Samsung

Galaxy S20 and newer, Z Flip / Fold series, recent A-series.

Google Pixel

Pixel 3 and newer — including the a-series.

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Others

Check Settings for an “Add eSIM” option, or see our full device list.

eSIM vs roaming

✓ Turnaa eSIM

  • Fixed price you see before you fly
  • Local network speeds (4G/LTE, 5G where available)
  • Activates instantly, no store visit
  • Keep your home number active for calls/SMS

✗ Carrier roaming

  • ✗ Surprise bills — often $5–15 per day or per MB
  • ✗ Throttled speeds on many “travel passes”
  • ✗ Must be arranged with your carrier in advance
  • ✗ Charges appear weeks later on your bill

Common questions

Do I lose my home phone number?
No. The eSIM is an additional line. Your physical SIM (or home eSIM) stays active — you can receive calls and SMS on it while using Turnaa data.
When exactly does my plan start?
Most plans activate on first use — when your phone first connects to a network at the destination. Some activate at purchase; the exact rule is shown on each plan page before you buy.
Can I top up or buy another plan?
Yes. You can buy a new plan any time and install it alongside the old one. Multiple Turnaa profiles can live on one phone.
What if the QR email never arrives?
Check your spam/promotions folder first. Still nothing after a few minutes? Contact us — we resend it within the hour.
What if activation fails?
Contact us with your order number, phone model and a screenshot. We troubleshoot within 1–2 hours, and if we cannot fix it we refund or credit you — see the refund policy.

Ready to try it?

Pick your destination, check out in under a minute, and land connected.

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