Does the Galaxy A55 have eSIM?

Yes

The European (SM-A556B) and Latin American (SM-A556E) versions have eSIM. Brazil: probably yes, but confirm it.

How to check on your phone in 10 seconds

  1. Dial *#06# in the Phone app. If an EID number appears on screen, your phone has eSIM.
  2. In Settings, open About phone and check the model number: if it ends in B, it’s the European version; if it ends in E or M, the Latin American one.

What you need to know about the Galaxy A55

  • Europe: yes. The European Galaxy A55 is the SM-A556B and it has eSIM.
  • Latin America: yes. The model sold there is the SM-A556E, and it has eSIM too.
  • Brazil: probably yes, but Samsung’s official site contradicts itself. If your A55 is from there, check it with *#06#.
  • Hybrid slot: the second line is one of three things: another SIM, a microSD card or the eSIM.

Source: Samsung · Checked on 06-10-2026

Requirement: the phone must be unlocked

As well as having eSIM, the phone must be carrier-unlocked. If you bought it from an operator and it’s locked, it may not accept an eSIM from another company: ask them before you travel.

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Galaxy A55 and eSIM: frequently asked questions

Does the Latin American Galaxy A55 have eSIM?

Yes. The Latin American A55 (SM-A556E) has eSIM, just like the European one (SM-A556B).

What is the Galaxy A55’s hybrid slot?

It means the second line is one of three things: another SIM, a microSD card or the eSIM.

My Galaxy A55 is from Brazil. Does it have eSIM?

Probably yes, but Samsung’s official site contradicts itself. Dial *#06#: if an EID shows up, it has eSIM.