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on 09-23-2025 03:39 PM
If you are bringing an eSIM-compatible phone to Bell, you can choose to activate your Mobility service with an eSIM instead of a physical SIM card.
For new customers, activate online
or in the MyBell app
.
For existing customers, log in to MyBell
and select eSIM when you add a new line.
Setting up eSIM on iPhone or iPad
For a newly purchased device
If an eSIM was reserved on your iPhone or iPad when you bought it from us, turn on your device and follow the initial setup prompts to complete setting up your eSIM.
If you are switching to a new Apple device, follow these instructions
to transfer your existing Mobility service.
For a new or existing Mobility line on your own device
To finish setting up your Bell Mobility line, you’ll need to download and set up the eSIM on your Apple device.
If you are bringing your phone number to Bell from another carrier, transfer your phone number
first.
-
Setting up eSIM in the MyBell app
If you use the MyBell app to activate a Mobility line on eSIM, you’ll be prompted to set up your eSIM in the app after placing your order.
If you haven’t completed your eSIM setup, log in to the app and select Set up eSIM. The steps below won’t apply. -
Setting up eSIM via notification sent to your device
After activating your Bell Mobility line on eSIM, you should receive a notification on your device that says your cellular plan is ready to be installed. Tap on the notification and follow the prompts to set up your eSIM. You can also find the notification by going to Settings on your device.
Setting up eSIM on Samsung
For a newly purchased device
If an eSIM was reserved on your device when you bought it from us, turn on your device and follow the initial setup prompts to complete setting up your eSIM.
If you are switching to a new device, follow these instructions
to transfer your existing Mobility service.
For a new or existing Mobility line on your own device
To finish setting up your Bell Mobility line, you’ll need to download and set up the eSIM on your Samsung device.
If you are bringing your phone number to Bell from another carrier, transfer your phone number
first.
-
Setting up eSIM in the MyBell app
If you use the MyBell app to activate a Mobility line on eSIM, you’ll be prompted to set up your eSIM in the app after placing your order.
If you haven’t completed your eSIM setup, log in to the app and select Set up eSIM. The steps below won’t apply.
-
Setting up eSIM via notification sent to your device
After activating your Bell Mobility line on eSIM, you should receive a notification on your device that says your cellular plan is ready to be installed. Tap on the notification and follow the prompts to set up your eSIM. You can also find the notification by going to Settings on your device.
Setting up eSIM on Google Pixel
For a newly purchased device
If an eSIM was reserved on your device when you bought it from us, turn on your device and follow the initial setup prompts to complete setting up your eSIM.
If you are switching to a new device, follow these instructions
to transfer your existing Mobility service.
For a new or existing Mobility line on your own device
To finish setting up your Bell Mobility line, you’ll need to download and set up the eSIM on your Google Pixel phone.
If you are bringing your phone number to Bell from another carrier, transfer your phone number
first.
-
Setting up eSIM in the MyBell app
If you use the MyBell app to activate a Mobility line on eSIM, you’ll be prompted to set up your eSIM in the app after placing your order.
If you haven’t completed your eSIM setup, log in to the app and select Set up eSIM. The steps below won’t apply. -
Setting up eSIM via notification sent to your device
After activating your Bell Mobility line on eSIM, you should receive a notification on your device that says your cellular plan is ready to be installed. Tap on the notification and follow the prompts to set up your eSIM. You can also find the notification by going to Settings on your device.
Setting up eSIM on Motorola
For a newly purchased device
If an eSIM was reserved on your device when you bought it from us, turn on your device and follow the initial setup prompts to complete setting up your eSIM. follow these instructions
to transfer your existing Mobility service.
For a new or existing Mobility line on your own device
To finish setting up your Bell Mobility line, you’ll need to download and set up the eSIM on your phone.
If you are bringing your phone number to Bell from another carrier, transfer your phone number
first.
-
Setting up eSIM in the MyBell app
If you use the MyBell app to activate a Mobility line on eSIM, you’ll be prompted to set up your eSIM in the app after placing your order.
If you haven’t completed your eSIM setup, log in to the app and select Set up eSIM. The steps below won’t apply. -
Setting up eSIM via notification sent to your device
After activating your Bell Mobility line on eSIM, you should receive a notification on your device that says your cellular plan is ready to be installed. Touch the notification and follow the prompts to set up your eSIM. You can also find the notification by going to Settings on your device.
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