What Is a Ufone eSIM?
An eSIM is a digital SIM inside your phone. It does the same job as a plastic SIM card. You can convert your current Ufone number or take a new one.
Ufone says all your existing services and tariffs stay the same on the eSIM. You can also keep a personal and a work number on one phone. If you are not sure a number belongs to Ufone, check the Ufone number code series.
Ufone eSIM Price in Pakistan and Charges
PTA has capped the first-time eSIM fee at Rs 1,500 for every mobile company. This covers a new eSIM and a switch from a physical SIM.
Ufone’s eSIM page shows Rs 1,500 under its price heading. Its FAQ and terms still say Rs 2,000. The cap is a ceiling, so ask for Rs 1,500 at the counter.
| Item | Ufone eSIM charge |
|---|---|
| New eSIM | Up to Rs 1,500 |
| Physical SIM to eSIM | Up to Rs 1,500 |
| Special number | Extra, as per Ufone |
| Moving eSIM to another phone | Free for the first 10 moves |
Ufone eSIM Packages
Ufone’s page does not list eSIM-only packages. Your current prepaid or postpaid bundle works on the eSIM. After you subscribe, you can Check your remaining Ufone MBs the same way as before.
How to Get Your Ufone eSIM QR Code
You collect the QR code in person. Here is the process:
- Take your CNIC to a Ufone service center, franchise or self-service booth. The booths are open 24/7.
- Complete the biometric (fingerprint) check. Ufone requires it before activation.
- Collect your eSIM jacket. The QR code is on it.
Do not share the QR code with anyone. If your phone is lost or stolen, go to a Ufone service center or franchise for a new code. You can also call 333 from a Ufone number for help.
Ufone eSIM Online Order: Is It Possible?
Ufone’s own process needs a visit for the fingerprint check. Its page does not offer a Ufone eSIM QR code download or an email delivery option.
Ufone’s digital brand Onic did sell eSIMs through its app. In 2026, PTA ordered Onic to stop new SIM and eSIM issuance. PTML, the company behind Ufone, has challenged the order in court, as reported. Check Onic’s current status before you rely on it.
How to Activate Ufone eSIM and Use the QR Code
Your phone must be unlocked. Ufone eSIM does not work on carrier-locked phones. Keep the QR code in front of you, then follow your phone’s steps.
On iPhone:
- Go to Settings > Cellular.
- Tap Add Cellular Plan.
- Scan the QR code with the camera.
- Enter the default PIN, 0000, when asked.
On Android:
- Go to Settings > SIM Card Manager.
- Tap eSIM, then Add Mobile Plan.
- Scan the QR code.
- Enter the default PIN, 0000.
Menu names change by brand. On some Samsung phones, the path is Connections > SIM Manager > Add eSIM.
Phones That Support Ufone eSIM
Ufone’s list includes these:
- iPhone XR, XS and XS Max, the iPhone 11 to 14 series, and iPhone SE (2020)
- Samsung Galaxy S20, S21, Note 20, Z Fold and Z Flip models
- Google Pixel 3 to Pixel 6 Pro
- Huawei P40, P50 Pro and Mate 40 Pro
- Oppo Find X3 Pro, Reno 5A and Reno 6 Pro 5G+
The list stops at iPhone 14 and Pixel 6 Pro. Reports say newer iPhone, Samsung S and Note, and Pixel phones also have eSIM. Ask the staff to confirm your exact model. One report says only 8 to 12 percent of phones in Pakistan support eSIM. Ufone eSIM also does not work on Apple Watch.
Register Both IMEIs With PTA
Your eSIM has its own IMEI. Dial *#06# to see both numbers. Send both IMEIs to 8484. Then email screenshots of IMEI 1 and IMEI 2 to [email protected] for whitelisting. If your phone tax is unpaid, pay it first. Otherwise your device can be blocked.
How do I get my QR code for eSIM?
Visit a Ufone service center, franchise or self-service booth with your CNIC. Complete the fingerprint check. The QR code comes on your eSIM jacket.
How do I activate my Ufone eSIM?
Open your phone’s eSIM settings and scan the QR code. Enter the default PIN, 0000. The steps for iPhone and Android are above.
How to use Ufone eSIM QR code?
Scan it once from your phone’s eSIM menu, not with a random scanner app. Use the phone you want the eSIM on.
Can I download the Ufone eSIM QR code?
Ufone’s page does not offer a download. You receive the code at the counter. Keep it private.