Does the Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, Cellular) support eSIM?
The Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, Cellular) was released in 2022. Below you'll find regional variants, frequently asked questions, and step-by-step setup instructions.
Yes — eSIM is supported.
The Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, Cellular) (2022) ships with eSIM support, so you can activate a digital SIM without a physical card.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, Cellular) support eSIM?
Yes. The Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, Cellular) (2022) supports eSIM, so you can activate a digital SIM without a physical card.
How many eSIMs can the Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, Cellular) store?
The Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, Cellular) stores one eSIM profile at a time.
Can the Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, Cellular) use a physical SIM and an eSIM at the same time?
No — the Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, Cellular) does not support dual SIM. You can use either a physical SIM or an eSIM, but not both at once.
Will the Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, Cellular) work with eSIM travel plans?
Yes. As long as your carrier or eSIM provider supports it, the Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, Cellular) can use travel eSIM plans worldwide.
Set up eSIM
Step-by-step instructions for activating eSIM on your Apple Watch SE (2nd generation, Cellular).
Open setup guideLast updated May 10, 2026