Install iRoamly eSIM on Samsung Galaxy Note 20 & 5G

If you’re using a Galaxy Note 20 or Galaxy Note 20 5G for travel, eSIM technology gives you a faster and more convenient way to stay connected.

Instead of handling physical SIM cards, you can activate your mobile data plan digitally in just a few minutes directly from your phone settings. This makes setup simpler, especially when you want mobile data ready as soon as you arrive at your destination.

With eSIM, you can also manage your plans more flexibly, switch networks easily, and keep everything organized on one device.

If you’ve purchased an iRoamly eSIM, this guide will walk you through the exact steps to install and activate it smoothly on your Samsung Galaxy phone.

Preparations Before Setting Up iRomly eSIM

• Connect the Galaxy Note20 or Galaxy Note20 5G to stable Wi-Fi before adding the eSIM.

• Confirm that your exact model, region, and carrier firmware support eSIM. Samsung lists the Galaxy Note20 Series as eSIM-capable, but some country, carrier, or locked variants can hide Add eSIM.

• Check that the phone shows an EID in device information. If there is no EID, that variant may not support eSIM activation.

• Keep the iRoamly QR code or manual activation details ready from your iRoamly order email, success page, app, or account page.

• Do not delete an installed iRoamly eSIM casually. Many travel eSIM profiles are single-use and cannot simply be installed again after removal unless iRoamly support reissues them.

• Install 1-2 days before travel only when your selected iRoamly plan timing allows it. iRoamly eSIM validity starts from activation; for some current iRoamly plans, activation begins when the eSIM connects to a supported network. Check the exact destination plan before installing early.

• Check whether your specific iRoamly plan includes voice calls or SMS. Many iRoamly travel eSIM plans are data-only, and voice/SMS availability varies by plan.

Shared Setup Steps for Both Methods

1. Open Settings, then tap Connections. You should see Samsung's network and connectivity settings.

2. Tap SIM manager. If your Note20 build uses older wording, tap SIM card manager instead. You should see physical SIM and eSIM controls.

3. Tap Add eSIM under eSIMs. If your carrier build says + Add mobile plan, tap that instead. Samsung opens the eSIM setup choices.

Method 1: Install the iRoamly eSIM by Scanning the QR Code

1. Tap Scan QR code on the Add eSIM screen. The Galaxy Note20 opens the eSIM QR scanner.

2. Point the scanner at the iRoamly QR code from your order email, iRoamly account, or another device. Keep the whole code inside the frame until Samsung recognizes the eSIM profile.

3. Tap Add when Samsung shows the iRoamly travel eSIM confirmation. Keep Wi-Fi connected while the profile downloads.

4. Tap Done when Samsung confirms that iRoamly travel eSIM was added. Restart the phone only if the screen or carrier prompt asks you to restart.

Method 2: Install the iRoamly eSIM by Manual Entry

1. Tap Scan QR code on the Add eSIM screen. Samsung places the manual entry link on the QR scanner page, so this tap is still part of the manual path.

2. Tap Enter activation code at the bottom of the Scan QR code page. Samsung opens the manual activation screen.

3. Enter the complete iRoamly activation string in the single Activation code field, then tap Add. Samsung's current manual screen uses one complete activation-code field, not separate SM-DP+ Address, Activation Code, and Confirmation Code fields. If iRoamly gives an Android string beginning with LPA:1$, paste the entire string exactly as provided.

4. Tap Add when Samsung shows the iRoamly travel eSIM confirmation. Keep the Note20 on Wi-Fi while it downloads the profile.

5. Tap Done after Samsung confirms that iRoamly travel eSIM was added. Restart only if prompted.

How to Confirm the iRoamly eSIM Was Installed

1. Open Settings > Connections > SIM manager, then confirm that iRoamly travel eSIM appears under eSIMs with its switch turned on. If the switch is off, tap it to enable the eSIM when you are ready to use the plan.

2. Tap Mobile data in SIM manager, then select iRoamly travel eSIM. Leave calls and messages on your primary SIM unless your iRoamly plan specifically includes voice or SMS.

Set Up the iRoamly eSIM for Travel Data

1. Open Settings > Connections > SIM manager, then make sure the iRoamly travel eSIM switch is on when you want to use travel data. Leave it off before departure if your plan instructions say activation should wait until arrival.

2. Open Settings > Connections > Mobile networks, then turn on Data roaming if your iRoamly destination or plan instructions require roaming. Travel eSIMs commonly need roaming enabled to connect to partner networks.

3. Return to Settings > Connections > SIM manager, then open Data switching and backup calling. Keep data switching off unless you intentionally want another SIM to take over mobile data. This helps prevent accidental roaming charges on your primary SIM.

Troubleshooting

• No Add eSIM or + Add mobile plan: update One UI, confirm the phone is unlocked, check that an EID appears in device information, and confirm that your regional or carrier model supports eSIM. Some Galaxy Note20 variants do not expose eSIM even though the series is listed as compatible.

• QR code will not scan: increase brightness on the screen showing the QR code, keep the full code inside the scanner frame, make sure Wi-Fi works, or use Method 2.

• QR code says it was already used: check whether the iRoamly eSIM is already installed in SIM manager. Do not delete it and try again without iRoamly support, because many eSIM activation codes are single-use.

• Installed but no data: select iRoamly travel eSIM for Mobile data, turn on Data roaming if required, confirm your destination is included in the plan, restart the phone, and wait a few minutes for network registration.

• Activation is pending: keep Wi-Fi connected and leave the eSIM installed. If the plan activates only after connecting to a supported destination network, wait until arrival before expecting full service.

• Voice or SMS does not work: check the exact iRoamly plan. A data-only plan will not provide standard cellular calls or SMS, even if mobile data is working.

• Region or carrier limitation: Note20 menu labels and eSIM availability can vary by country, carrier firmware, and lock status. If the phone is locked to a carrier, it may reject a travel eSIM.

• Reinstall risk: if you are not ready to use the iRoamly eSIM, turn the line off in SIM manager instead of removing it unless iRoamly support confirms deletion is safe.

Conclusion

Now that you’ve completed the setup, your Galaxy Note 20 or Galaxy Note 20 5G should be ready to use your iRoamly eSIM for mobile data during your trip. With eSIM technology, you can enjoy a faster and more convenient way to stay connected directly from your phone without complicated installation steps.

Before you start using your data plan, make sure your eSIM profile is enabled and selected for mobile data in your device settings. Once everything is configured correctly, you’ll be able to enjoy a smooth and reliable connection wherever you travel.