Viber launches eSIM service in PH, here's how to get yours

Viber has launched an eSIM service in the Philippines, letting users buy and install a data plan directly inside the app.

Viber eSIM

Buy and install an eSIM in Viber

Viber has rolled out an eSIM service in the Philippines, letting users buy and activate a mobile data plan without leaving the app. Here's how it works.

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To get started, you’ll need an eSIM‑compatible, carrier‑unlocked device, a stable internet connection for purchase and setup, and the latest version of Viber on Android or iOS.

Even a newer phone may not support eSIM. iPhones bought in Mainland China, Hong Kong, or Macao typically use a physical dual-SIM tray instead. Work phones may have eSIM blocked by company IT, shown as a greyed-out or missing "Add eSIM" button. And phones still under a carrier contract, such as with AT&T, T-Mobile, or Vodafone, may be network-locked until the carrier unlocks them.

How to buy a data plan?

• Open Viber on your phone
• Tap the More button
• Tap eSIM
• Select the country you're traveling to and choose a data plan
• Tap Buy for [amount] to open the payment screen
• Choose your preferred payment method
• Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm payment

Payment options include Google Pay (Android) or Apple Pay (iOS) for one-touch purchase, manual or camera-scanned credit or debit card entry, or a saved Link account for faster checkout.

How to install your eSIM?

• Open Viber on your phone
• Tap More
• Tap eSIM
• Copy the SM-DP+ address and Activation Code shown on screen
• Go to Settings, then Cellular, then Add eSIM
• Tap Enter Details Manually
• Paste the address and code into the required fields
• Follow the prompts to finish setup

The SM-DP+ address is a secure link needed to download and install the eSIM.

Your plan activates automatically once you land and connect to a local network. You must activate it within 90 days of purchase, or it will expire unused.

Prices vary per data package and country.

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Source: Viber