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What happens if I delete my eSIM?

How to handle deleting your eSIM: Learn what happens, how it affects your service, and steps to reactivate or replace it if needed.

Written by Andy
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Fret not. You can be up and running again in no time.

In the giffgaff app, go to Account > SIM > Replace my SIM > Switch to a new eSIM.

Follow the quick steps there and you’ll be able to add the eSIM back onto your phone. Keep in mind that you’ll have to wait an hour between each new switch. You can switch to a new eSIM between 4:30am and 9:30pm.

Note: To finish your eSIM swap, you’ll need to pass a quick security check (MFA) using a code sent by SMS text. You can also try swapping to a physical SIM, if you're unable to receive it by SMS text.


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