The Moto G52J 5G and Moto G52J 5G II are Japan-market Motorola phones that support eSIM on compatible software and carrier variants. This guide is written for the Motorola My UX Android settings flow used on these models, where eSIM setup is handled from Settings > Network & internet > SIMs & mobile network. On some Android builds, the same area may appear as Mobile network, SIMs, Download new SIM, or Set up an eSIM.
For travel, an iRoamly eSIM lets you prepare mobile data before you leave home instead of changing a physical SIM card after arrival. The QR-code method is usually fastest when you can display the iRoamly QR code on another screen. Manual entry is the backup method when the QR code cannot be scanned, when the phone camera has trouble reading it, or when you only have the activation details in text form.
This article covers both paths from the same Motorola settings menu, then shows how to confirm that the iRoamly eSIM is installed and how to select it for travel data. Menu names may vary slightly by Android version, region, or carrier firmware, but the key labels to look for are Network & internet, SIMs & mobile network, Set up an eSIM, Scan QR code, and Enter activation code.
Preparations Before Setting Up iRoamly eSIM
Connect the Moto G52J 5G or Moto G52J 5G II to a stable Wi-Fi network before starting.
Make sure the phone is unlocked and that your exact regional/carrier variant supports eSIM.
Keep your iRoamly QR code or manual activation details ready. If using QR setup, show the QR code on another device or printout so the Motorola phone can scan it.
Install the iRoamly eSIM 1 to 2 days before travel when possible, but check your plan details first. iRoamly eSIM validity starts from activation, and the exact trigger may depend on the specific plan or destination.
Do not delete the iRoamly eSIM after installing it unless iRoamly support tells you to. Many travel eSIM profiles cannot simply be reinstalled after deletion.
Check whether your iRoamly plan is data-only. Voice calls and SMS are not included on every plan, so confirm the plan details before relying on them.
Method 1: Install the eSIM by Scanning a QR Code
Open Settings, then tap Network & internet. You should see Motorola's connection settings for Wi-Fi, mobile network, and SIM options.
Tap SIMs & mobile network. If your Android build uses a shorter label, tap SIMs or Mobile network instead. The next screen should show your physical SIM and eSIM setup options.
Tap Download new SIM or Set up an eSIM, then choose Set up an eSIM if the phone asks whether to use a physical SIM or eSIM. The Moto should open the eSIM setup screen.
Tap Scan QR code. Hold the Moto G52J camera steady in front of the iRoamly QR code until the phone reads it.
When the phone shows the iRoamly eSIM profile, tap Download or Install. Keep Wi-Fi connected while the eSIM downloads.
When the setup finishes, tap Done. If the phone recommends restarting or asks you to choose a preferred SIM, follow the on-screen prompt before continuing.
Method 2: Install the eSIM by Manual Entry
Open Settings, then tap Network & internet. This is the same starting point used for the QR-code method.
Tap SIMs & mobile network. If your phone shows SIMs or Mobile network, tap that label instead.
Tap Download new SIM or Set up an eSIM, then choose Set up an eSIM if prompted. The phone should open the eSIM setup flow.
On the QR-code screen, tap Enter activation code or Need help? Enter it manually. This opens the manual activation screen instead of the camera scanner.
Enter the activation details from iRoamly exactly as provided. Motorola Android typically accepts one complete activation-code string on this screen; if iRoamly gives separate SM-DP+ Address and Activation Code values, combine or enter them in the format shown in your iRoamly instructions, and include a Confirmation Code only if iRoamly provided one.
Tap Continue, then review the iRoamly eSIM profile and tap Download or Install. Keep the phone on Wi-Fi until the download finishes.
When the installation completes, tap Done. Leave the eSIM stored on the phone so it remains available for your trip.
How to Confirm the eSIM Was Installed
Go to Settings > Network & internet > SIMs & mobile network. Look for a new eSIM line or profile name, which may appear as iRoamly, the destination network, or a generic downloaded SIM label.
Tap the iRoamly eSIM profile and check that the line is turned on. If the phone shows a toggle for the downloaded SIM, keep it enabled when you are ready to use the travel plan.
Set Up the eSIM for Mobile Data
Open Settings > Network & internet > SIMs & mobile network, then tap Preferred SIM for mobile data or Mobile data. Select the iRoamly eSIM for data when you are ready to use the travel plan.
Tap the iRoamly eSIM profile and turn on Roaming or Data roaming if your iRoamly plan or destination instructions require it. Travel eSIMs often need roaming enabled to connect to the partner network.
If the phone has both a physical SIM and the iRoamly eSIM active, turn off automatic mobile-data switching if you do not want the Moto to fall back to your primary SIM. Keep calls and SMS on your primary SIM only if that is what you prefer.
Troubleshooting
If Download new SIM, Set up an eSIM, or Add eSIM is missing, confirm that your Moto G52J 5G or Moto G52J 5G II variant supports eSIM and that the phone is not locked to a carrier that blocks eSIM setup.
If the QR code has already been used, do not delete and retry repeatedly. Contact iRoamly support because many eSIM QR codes are single-use.
If the eSIM installs but mobile data does not work, confirm that the iRoamly eSIM is selected for mobile data, turn on data roaming if required, restart the phone, and check that you are in the plan's covered destination.
If activation stays pending, keep Wi-Fi connected and wait a few minutes. Some travel eSIMs finish activation only after the phone reaches a supported destination network.
If your phone shows different labels, look for the Motorola Android equivalents: Network & internet, SIMs, Mobile network, Download new SIM, Set up an eSIM, Scan QR code, and Enter activation code.
Conclusion
Once the iRoamly eSIM has been successfully installed on your Moto G52J 5G or Moto G52J 5G II, the setup process is largely behind you. The eSIM profile can remain stored on the device until you're ready to use it, which means there's no need to handle installation while you're in transit or after arriving at your destination.
Before your trip, you may want to take a final look at your plan details, coverage area, and activation conditions so you know what to expect when the service becomes active. With the profile already downloaded and available in your SIM settings, getting connected during your travels can be a much more straightforward experience.