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How do I install a GoMoWorld eSIM on iPhone (iOS)?
Reminder before you start:
To install your GoMoWorld eSIM, make sure you have:
- An internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile data)
- A compatible device (see Which devices support eSIM ?)
- A GoMoWorld account with at least one active plan (see How do I buy and start a plan?)
eSIM installation guide step-by-step:
- After purchasing your plan, open the GoMoWorld app
- If not logged - in, login using the same credentials you used for purchase
- Click on the eSIM installation button.
- Your GoMoWorld eSIM will be prepared in the background. This can take up to 2 minutes.
- Once ready, your device will prompt you to Activate eSIM. Tap Continue to proceed.
- On the next screen, you will see your GoMoWorld (eir) eSIM profile ready to be installed on your iPhone. Tap Continue again.
- Your GoMoWorld eSIM is now active on your iPhone. Tap Done to finish this part.
- You will be asked to choose a label (name) for your GoMoWorld eSIM to help you identify it easily. After choosing, tap Continue.
- In the next steps, you will be asked a few questions. Always choose your home number
- Select your home number as the default line for calls and messages.
- Select your home number for iMessage and FaceTime.
- Select your home number as the default line for Mobile Data.
- Do not enable “Allow Mobile Data Switching.” Tap Continue.
- Choose your home number as the preferred line for contacts, then tap Continue.
eSIM set up guide step-by-step:
- Open Settings > Mobile Data on your iPhone.
- Select your GoMoWorld eSIM from the list of lines.
- Toggle ON Data Roaming at the bottom of the page to enable data use abroad with GoMoWorld.
Important notes:
- Installing your GoMoWorld eSIM does not start your data plan—you must activate the plan manually in the app when you’re ready to travel.
- You cannot install the eSIM via QR code; installation must be done through the GoMoWorld app or website only.
- If you delete your eSIM from your device, it cannot be reinstalled, but you can install a new one as long as your plan is active.
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How do I install a GoMoWorld eSIM on iPhone (iOS)?
Reminder before you start:
To install your GoMoWorld eSIM, make sure you have:
- An internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile data)
- A compatible device (see Which devices support eSIM ?)
- A GoMoWorld account with at least one active plan (see How do I buy and start a plan?)
eSIM installation guide step-by-step:
- After purchasing your plan, open the GoMoWorld app
- If not logged - in, login using the same credentials you used for purchase
- Click on the eSIM installation button.
- Your GoMoWorld eSIM will be prepared in the background. This can take up to 2 minutes.
- Once ready, your device will prompt you to Activate eSIM. Tap Continue to proceed.
- On the next screen, you will see your GoMoWorld (eir) eSIM profile ready to be installed on your iPhone. Tap Continue again.
- Your GoMoWorld eSIM is now active on your iPhone. Tap Done to finish this part.
- You will be asked to choose a label (name) for your GoMoWorld eSIM to help you identify it easily. After choosing, tap Continue.
- In the next steps, you will be asked a few questions. Always choose your home number
- Select your home number as the default line for calls and messages.
- Select your home number for iMessage and FaceTime.
- Select your home number as the default line for Mobile Data.
- Do not enable “Allow Mobile Data Switching.” Tap Continue.
- Choose your home number as the preferred line for contacts, then tap Continue.
eSIM set up guide step-by-step:
- Open Settings > Mobile Data on your iPhone.
- Select your GoMoWorld eSIM from the list of lines.
- Toggle ON Data Roaming at the bottom of the page to enable data use abroad with GoMoWorld.
Important notes:
- Installing your GoMoWorld eSIM does not start your data plan—you must activate the plan manually in the app when you’re ready to travel.
- You cannot install the eSIM via QR code; installation must be done through the GoMoWorld app or website only.
- If you delete your eSIM from your device, it cannot be reinstalled, but you can install a new one as long as your plan is active.
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