Install eSIM on iPad Pro 11-inch (1st Gen and Later)

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Written by James Peterson
May 28, 2026 3-min read

Imagine heading out with your iPad and being able to connect instantly—no searching for Wi-Fi, no inserting SIM cards, no extra steps. That’s the convenience eSIM brings.

For iPad Pro 11-inch users, this means a more seamless and mobile-friendly experience. With just a few setup steps, your device can connect to a network on its own.

If you’re planning to use an iRoamly eSIM, this guide will walk you through everything from installation to activation, so you can get started without confusion.

Preparations Before Setting Up iRomly eSIM

Before starting, ensure you have the following:

  • A stable internet connection (Wi-Fi recommended)

  • A valid eSIM QR code or manual activation details (SM-DP+ address and activation code) provided by your carrier

  • Your iPad Pro powered on and unlocked

  • The device updated to the latest iPadOS version (recommended for compatibility)

Demo device used in this guide: iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation, 2022)

Method 1: Install eSIM via QR Code Scanning

Step 1: Open Cellular Settings

  • Tap Settings

Settings Pro 11 Inch

  • Tap Mobile Data (On some devices or iPadOS versions, this may appear as “Cellular Data.”)

Mobile Data Pro 11 Inch

Step 2: Scan QR Code

  • When the camera interface appears, position the iPad so the QR code is visible within the frame

Place the QR Code Pro 11 Inch

  • Wait for the iPad to automatically recognize the code

Step 3: Confirm Plan Addition

  • Tap Add Cellular Plan (button displayed after QR code is recognized)

Step 4: Label the Plan (Optional but Recommended)

Select a label such as:

  • Primary

  • Secondary

Or tap Custom Label to enter a name

Step 5: Finalize Setup

  • Tap Done (if prompted)

Method 2: Install eSIM via Manual Input

Step 1: Open Cellular Settings

  • Tap Settings

Setting Pro 11 Inch

  • Tap Mobile Data (On some devices or iPadOS versions, this may appear as “Cellular Data.”)

Mobile Data Pro 11 Inch

Step 2: Choose Manual Entry Option

  • Tap Enter Details Manually (located at the bottom of the screen)

Enter Details Manually Pro 11 Inch

Step 3: Enter Activation Information

Carefully input the following:

  • Tap SM-DP+ Address field → enter the address provided by your carrier

  • Tap Activation Code field → enter the activation code

  • Tap Confirmation Code field (only if required) → enter the code

SM-DP Address Pro 11 Inch

Step 4: Proceed with Activation

  • Tap Next

Next Pro 11 Inch

Step 5: Confirm Plan Addition

  • Tap Add Cellular Plan

Step 6: Assign a Label

  • Choose a label or tap Custom Label and enter a name

Step 7: Complete Setup

  • Tap Done (if prompted)

How to Confirm Successful eSIM Installation

Check 1: Cellular Plan Appears

  • Go to Settings → Mobile Data (On some devices or iPadOS versions, this may appear as “Cellular Data.”)

Mobile Data Pro 11 Inch

  • Confirm that your new plan is listed under Cellular Plans

Check 2: Signal Indicator

  • Look at the top-right corner of the screen

  • Confirm that cellular signal bars are visible

Check 3: Data Connection Test

Turn off Wi-Fi:

  • Go to Settings → Wi-Fi

  • Toggle Wi-Fi to Off

Open Safari

Attempt to load a webpage

If the page loads, cellular data is active

Check 4: Plan Status

  • Go to Settings → Mobile Data (On some devices or iPadOS versions, this may appear as “Cellular Data.”)

  • Tap the installed plan

  • Ensure Turn On This Line is enabled (toggle should be ON)

Conclusion

After following the setup process, your iPad is now ready to connect independently, without relying on external networks or devices.

One of the key strengths of eSIM is its flexibility—you can activate and manage your connection directly from your device.

Once you’re familiar with the process, staying connected becomes much simpler and more reliable, whether at home or on the go.