How to Use eSIM Abroad

Can you use eSIM internationally?

Yes. An eSIM works in any country where the carrier has a roaming agreement with local networks. Orbitelo partners with carriers covering 190+ countries — so in most cases, your eSIM connects to a local 4G/LTE or 5G network the moment you land.

Unlike your home carrier's roaming, Orbitelo routes your data through local networks directly. No markup, no roaming fees, and full local speeds.

Before you travel

When you land

Your activation checklist at the airport:

1. 1Turn off airplane mode
2. 2Go to Settings → Cellular / SIM Manager
3. 3Switch your data line to the Orbitelo eSIM
4. 4Enable Data Roaming on the eSIM (required in some countries)
5. 5Wait 30–60 seconds for the network to register
6. 6Open a browser — you should have data

Managing dual SIM abroad

While traveling, your phone runs two lines simultaneously. Keep your home SIM as the "Primary" for calls and texts. Your Orbitelo eSIM handles all data traffic. You won't miss incoming calls while browsing, and your home number stays fully accessible.

If you want to make calls using the local network (to avoid call charges), you can set the eSIM as your default call line too — but this is optional.

Monitoring and topping up data

Check remaining data in the Orbitelo app → My eSIMs. You'll receive a push notification when you've used 80% of your data. If you run out, you can top up directly in the app — no reinstallation, same eSIM. Data tops up in under a minute.

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