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Phone Compatibility
Phone Compatibility
Most unlocked phones work with Israeli SIM cards. If you are unsure whether your phone is compatible you can check your device specifications on GSMArena and compare the supported frequency bands listed below.
Check if Your Phone Supports eSIM
Many modern smartphones support eSIM (embedded SIM), which allows you to activate a mobile plan digitally without inserting a physical SIM card.
Follow the instructions below to check whether your device supports eSIM.
| Apple iPhone | Android Devices |
|---|---|
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Most iPhones from iPhone XS and newer support eSIM. To check on your iPhone:
If your phone shows an EID number, your iPhone supports eSIM. Common supported models:
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Many newer Android devices support eSIM. To check on Android:
If your phone shows an option to Add eSIM, your device supports eSIM. Common Android models with eSIM:
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Important
Your phone must also be unlocked to use an international SIM or eSIM. If your phone is locked to your home carrier, contact them to request an unlock code.
Israel Mobile Network Frequencies
| Network | Speed | Frequency Bands |
|---|---|---|
| Cellcom | 4G: up to 30 Mbps 5G: 100-900 Mbps |
4G LTE: 1800 MHz 5G: 700 / 2600 MHz |
| Orange (Partner) | 4G: up to 30 Mbps 5G: 100-900 Mbps |
4G LTE: 1800 / 2600 MHz 5G: 700 / 2600 MHz |
| Pelephone | 4G: up to 30 Mbps 5G: 100-900 Mbps |
4G LTE: 1800 MHz 5G: 700 / 2600 MHz |
| Hot Mobile | 4G: up to 30 Mbps 5G: 100-900 Mbps |
4G LTE: 1800 MHz 5G: 700 / 2600 MHz |
Make Sure Your Phone Is Unlocked
Before purchasing a prepaid SIM card, make sure your phone is unlocked. Contact your current carrier and request an unlock code if necessary.
You can also test this by inserting a SIM card from another provider. If the phone is locked, you will see a message asking for an unlock or subsidy code.