Nothing Phone Series

Nothing Phone (2), (2a), (2a Plus), (3), (3a Pro), and (4a Pro) all support eSIM. Nothing Phone (1) does not — eSIM was first introduced with the Phone (2) in 2023. All compatible models retain a physical nano-SIM slot, so you can run a home SIM and a Roamix travel eSIM simultaneously.

Key Takeaways

• Nothing Phone (1): no eSIM. Phone (2) and later: eSIM supported.
• Physical nano-SIM retained on all eSIM-capable models.
• Near-stock Android activation path (same as stock Google Pixel).
• UK carrier-bundled Nothing Phones may be locked for a period after purchase.

Does Nothing Phone Support eSIM?

Starting with the Nothing Phone (2) released in July 2023, every Nothing Phone model includes eSIM support. The Phone (1) — released in 2022 — predates eSIM on Nothing hardware and cannot use digital SIM profiles.

Nothing OS is based on near-stock Android, so the eSIM activation path is identical to Google Pixel: Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → + icon → Download a SIM instead.

Nothing Phone Models and eSIM Compatibility

Nothing Phone (1) is not listed — it has no eSIM hardware and cannot use digital SIM profiles.

How to Activate eSIM on Nothing Phone

1. Open Settings.
2. Tap Network & internet, then SIMs.
3. Tap the + icon or Add SIM.
4. Select Download a SIM instead.
5. Scan the Roamix QR code from your confirmation email.
6. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete installation.
7. Set the Roamix eSIM as your preferred data SIM.
8. Enable Data Roaming for the Roamix SIM.

Using Two Lines on Nothing Phone

Nothing Phone eSIM-capable models run one physical SIM and one eSIM simultaneously. A typical travel setup:

• Physical nano-SIM (home carrier): Calls and texts. Data Roaming off.
• Roamix eSIM: Set as preferred data SIM. Data Roaming on.

Configure SIM preferences at Settings → Network & internet → SIMs → Preferred SIM for data.

Nothing Phone eSIM Troubleshooting

"Download a SIM instead" option missing: The most likely cause is a carrier-locked device. Nothing Phones sold directly are unlocked; carrier-bundled models (primarily UK) may be locked. Check with your carrier to confirm unlock status before purchasing an eSIM.

eSIM installed but no data abroad: Go to Settings → Network & internet → SIMs and confirm Roamix is set as the data SIM. Enable Data Roaming for the Roamix line. Toggle Airplane Mode off/on to force network registration.

Nothing Phone (1) showing no eSIM option: The Phone (1) has no eSIM hardware. It cannot be unlocked or updated to support eSIM. The Phone (2) or newer is required.

QR code scan fails: Ensure you are on Wi-Fi during installation. Keep the camera 6–8 inches from the code in good lighting. As a fallback, tap Enter code manually and use the SM-DP+ address from your Roamix email.