3 weeks ago
I viewed the eSim video but it never explained what happens when you have an eSim for your old phone but then buy a new phone. Do you have to buy another eSim for the new phone. I like the physical Sim since when I buy a new phone I just put the old phone's physical sim into the new phone at no extra cost!
Thanks in advance for you reply
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3 weeks ago
eSIM cannot be moved. BUT Luckily, you can get a replacement for FREE
To rebuy new eSIM for FREE, first, download the app on your new phone and login. If you have problem with receiving 2FA code, click "Didn't Receive code" or "Resend code" and choose either Send email or Send voice message
Once logged in, Click Account from the bottom, then click Purchase SIM Card and select eSIM.
Once it confirms your phone is eSIM compatible, click Pay $ and Install (the system will check and apply a $5 credit to bring the total price back to $0 at checkout), and follow the prompt to complete and purchase and install eSIM on your device
(in rare case that PM charges you for the replacement esim, you can submit a ticket with PM support and ask them for reimbursement)
https://www.publicmobile.ca/en/get-help/articles/esim-faqs
While direct eSIM to eSIM transfers are not supported, we do offer the option to transfer service from one eSIM to another by purchasing a new eSIM. If you are already using a Public Mobile eSIM, when you request a new eSIM, we automatically identify you as an existing eSIM user and waive the replacement fee, provided you meet certain conditions.
To qualify for a fee waiver when transitioning between eSIMs, you must meet the following criteria:
* The current Public Mobile eSIM must be actively installed in the device you’re transferring from.
* The eSIM must have been purchased at least 15 days prior to the new request.