Nothing Phone (1) eSIM Compatibility

No. The Nothing Phone (1) (released 2022) does not have a built-in eSIM, so travel eSIMs cannot be installed on it. For travel data, use a local physical SIM, a pocket Wi-Fi, or a hotspot from an eSIM-capable device.

Nothing Phone (1) eSIM Specs

eSIM support	No
Active eSIM profiles	0
Physical SIM slot	Yes
Dual SIM Dual Standby	Yes
Release year	2022
Brand	Nothing

Source: manufacturer spec pages, last verified 2026-08-20.

Regional note: Dual physical nano-SIM only — no eSIM in any region (confirmed by Nothing's official support pages).

Travel Data Alternatives for the Nothing Phone (1)

This device has no built-in eSIM, so travel eSIMs can't be installed on it. For data abroad you can: ① buy a local or travel physical SIM at your destination; ② rent a pocket Wi-Fi (see the pocket WiFi vs eSIM cost breakdown first); ③ install a travel eSIM on another eSIM-capable phone or tablet and share its hotspot. When upgrading, an eSIM-capable model makes travel much easier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Nothing Phone (1) support eSIM?

No. The Nothing Phone (1) (2022) has no built-in eSIM — it uses physical SIM cards only. Many third-party compatibility lists get this model wrong; this entry is checked against manufacturer specifications.

How can I get mobile data abroad with the Nothing Phone (1)?

Since travel eSIMs can't be installed on the Nothing Phone (1), use a physical local or travel SIM card, rent a pocket Wi-Fi, or share a hotspot from an eSIM-capable phone or tablet. If you also carry an eSIM-capable device, install the travel eSIM there instead.

Which Nothing phones do support eSIM?

Check the Nothing section of our device database for models with confirmed eSIM support, or use the interactive compatibility checker before you buy.

Are there regional differences in Nothing Phone (1) eSIM support?

Dual physical nano-SIM only — no eSIM in any region (confirmed by Nothing's official support pages).

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MyeSIM, "Nothing Phone (1) eSIM Compatibility," data verified 2026-08-20. https://my-esim.vip/en/devices/nothing-phone-1

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