The Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) can use an eSIM on supported regional and carrier variants, making it a practical phone for travelers who want mobile data without changing the physical SIM. This guide assumes a U.S. Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) running Motorola My UX on Android 13 or Android 14-style menus.
On this model, the eSIM setup path is usually Settings > Network & internet > SIMs, then an Add SIM, Add eSIM, or Download a SIM option depending on software version and carrier firmware. If your phone does not show those options, check the troubleshooting section before deleting or resetting anything.
You will learn both iRoamly setup methods: scanning the iRoamly QR code and entering the eSIM details manually. The QR code method is faster, while manual entry is useful if another device is displaying the QR code poorly or the camera cannot scan it.
Before You Set Up Your iRoamly eSIM
Connect the Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) to stable Wi-Fi before starting.
Confirm your phone is unlocked and that your regional/carrier variant supports eSIM.
Keep your iRoamly QR code available on another screen or printed page.
Keep the iRoamly manual details nearby, including the SM-DP+ Address, Activation Code, and any optional confirmation code provided with the plan.
Install the iRoamly eSIM 1-2 days before travel when the plan terms allow it, so you can fix setup issues before departure.
Do not delete the iRoamly eSIM unless iRoamly support tells you to. Many travel eSIMs cannot be reinstalled after removal.
iRoamly eSIM validity starts from activation. Check the specific plan details for whether activation happens when the eSIM is installed or when it first connects to a supported destination network.
iRoamly plans may be data-only. Voice calls and SMS vary by plan, so check the plan page before relying on calls or text messages.
Method 1: Install eSIM by Scanning a QR Code
1. Open Settings on your Moto G Stylus 5G (2023), then tap Network & internet.
You should see the network settings area where Android groups internet, SIM, hotspot, VPN, and related connection options.
2. Tap SIMs.
The phone should open the SIM management screen. On some Motorola software versions, this may appear after tapping Internet first, then choosing the SIM area.
3. Tap Add SIM, Add eSIM, or Download a SIM when it appears.
The phone should start the Android eSIM setup flow. If you see a prompt asking whether to use a physical SIM or download an eSIM, choose the eSIM download option.
4. Choose the QR code setup option and scan the iRoamly QR code.
Hold the QR code steady inside the scanner frame. Use only the QR code from your iRoamly order email or account page, and do not share it with anyone. The tutorial image uses a non-functional sample QR visual for safety.
5. Review the detected iRoamly eSIM profile, then tap Download, Add, or Activate when the phone asks you to continue.
Wait for the download to finish. Keep Wi-Fi connected and leave the screen open until Android confirms the eSIM has been added.
Method 2: Install eSIM Manually
1. Open Settings, then tap Network & internet.
Start from the same Motorola settings path as the QR method so the phone reaches the built-in Android eSIM setup flow.
2. Tap SIMs.
The SIM management page should show your current SIM and the option to add or download another SIM profile.
3. Tap Add SIM, Add eSIM, or Download a SIM.
If Android asks how you want to add the SIM, choose the option to download or set up an eSIM instead of inserting a physical SIM.
4. On the QR code screen, tap Enter code manually, Enter details manually, or the visible manual-entry link.
The phone should open a manual activation screen. If your software asks for one full activation code string instead of separate fields, use the complete code exactly as iRoamly provides it.
5. Enter the iRoamly SM-DP+ Address, Activation Code, and optional Confirmation Code if your phone shows that field, then tap Continue, Download, or Add.
Type the details exactly, including hyphens and capitalization. Do not add spaces before or after the address or activation code.
6. Wait while the Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) downloads the iRoamly eSIM profile, then tap Done when Android confirms setup.
Keep the phone connected to Wi-Fi until the profile appears in the SIMs screen.
How to Confirm Your iRoamly eSIM Is Installed
1. Go to Settings > Network & internet > SIMs and look for an eSIM profile named iRoamly, Travel, or a similar label from your plan.
The profile should appear alongside your primary physical SIM. If it is off, tap the iRoamly eSIM row and turn on Use SIM.
2. Tap the iRoamly eSIM profile and check that the line is enabled.
You should see controls for the eSIM, including mobile data and roaming options. Do not test calls or SMS unless your specific iRoamly plan says those services are included.
Configure eSIM for Mobile Data
1. Open Settings > Network & internet > SIMs, then tap the iRoamly eSIM profile.
Turn on Use SIM if it is off. This allows the Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) to use the installed travel eSIM when you choose it for data.
2. Set mobile data to the iRoamly eSIM and turn on Roaming if your destination plan requires it.
Keep calls and SMS on your primary SIM unless the iRoamly plan specifically includes those services. If you see an option that switches mobile data automatically, turn it off if you want to prevent unexpected use of your primary SIM while traveling.
3. After arrival, turn off Wi-Fi briefly and open a webpage or map app to test mobile data.
If data does not work, return to the iRoamly eSIM settings, confirm Use SIM and Roaming are on, and check the APN or troubleshooting guidance from iRoamly for your destination.
Troubleshooting
If Add SIM, Add eSIM, or Download a SIM is missing, confirm that your Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) variant supports eSIM. Some regional or carrier firmware versions may not expose eSIM setup even when the model name is similar.
If the QR code will not scan, increase screen brightness on the device showing the QR code, clean the camera lens, and try again on Wi-Fi. If it still fails, use manual entry.
If Android says the QR code was already used, do not keep retrying or delete the profile. Contact iRoamly support because many eSIM QR codes can be installed only once.
If activation is pending, keep Wi-Fi connected and wait a few minutes. Travel eSIMs may not fully connect until the phone reaches a supported destination network.
If the iRoamly eSIM appears but mobile data does not work, select the iRoamly eSIM for mobile data, enable Roaming when required, and restart the phone.
If data still fails after arrival, check whether your iRoamly plan requires a specific APN or destination network. Avoid changing unrelated SIM settings unless iRoamly support instructs you to do so.
If calls or SMS do not work, check your plan details. Many iRoamly travel eSIMs are intended for data and may not include voice or text messaging.
Conclusion
For the Moto G Stylus 5G (2023), scanning the iRoamly QR code is the easiest route when the phone shows the Motorola/Android Network & internet > SIMs path and the Add SIM or eSIM download option. Manual entry is the fallback to use when the QR scanner cannot read the code, as long as you copy the SM-DP+ Address and Activation Code exactly from iRoamly.
Once the iRoamly profile appears in SIMs, turn on Use SIM, choose it for mobile data, and enable Roaming if your plan or destination requires it. That final data check matters as much as installation, because the eSIM can be present on the phone before it is selected for travel data.