Grameenphone launches eSIM in Bangladesh

GP introduce eSIM in Bangladesh for the first time

Grameenphone, country's largest mobile operator, for the first time has launched eSIM in Bangladesh officially on 1 March 2022. Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC), a couple of months back, approved eSIM for operators. The world is moving forward with greener technology. E SIM technology can make people lives easier, give more freedom of choice and better connectivity.

What is eSIM 

What is the meaning of eSIM (Embedded-SIM) actually it refers to the software layer in device, which can’t removable. eSIM is embedded in a mobile device that allows you to connect with your operator of choice without having the need to purchase a physical SIM Card. It works just like a regular SIM but does not require a physical card.

Benefits of eSIM

1. Safe: Although this a embedded in mobile device and pre installed so no fear of losing SIM card

2. Convenient: Easy to install, by scan a QR code you can activate your sim in your supported device. 

3. Eco-friendly: It works just like a regular SIM but does not require a physical card so plastic can not be used anymore. 

Can my phone run eSIM?

Most of the flagship device in market support eSIM technology. Very few devices currently have eSIM support. Apple, Samsung and Google devices support eSIM. 

List of supported eSIM in market in Bangladesh according to GP website. 

Apple Devices

iPhone 13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, 13 Mini

iPhone 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 12 Mini

iPhone SE

iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max

iPhone XS, XS Max

iPhone XR

iPad Pro 12.9‑inch (4th generation)

iPad Pro 12.9‑inch (3rd generation)

iPad Pro 11‑inch (2nd generation)

iPad Pro 11‑inch (1st generation)

iPad Air (4th generation)

iPad Air (3rd generation)

iPad (8th generation)

iPad (7th generation)

iPad mini (5th generation)

Samsung Devices

Samsung Galaxy S22 5G, Ultra 5G, S22+ *(official version will support eSIM by April 01, 2022)

Samsung Fold LTE model

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G

Samsung Galaxy Fold

Samsung Galaxy S21+ 5G *(coming soon)

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G *(coming soon)

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 FE 5G *(coming soon)

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 FE *(coming soon)

Samsung Galaxy Note 20, 20+, 20 Ultra, Ultra 5G *(coming soon)

Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra *(coming soon)

Google Pixel Devices

Google Pixel 6 Pro

Google Pixel 6

Google Pixel 5a 5G

Google Pixel 5

Google Pixel 4a

Google Pixel 4

Google Pixel 3 & 3XL (Limited support)

Google Pixel 2

How to get eSIM in Bangladesh 

According to GP’s website, customers can now purchase new numbers or replace their existing SIM with an eSIM. The service will be available for all Customers from March 7, 2022. 

eSIM will be available for the following products:

Prepaid (Nishchinto)

Postpaid (My Plan)

Replacement

Check out more details how to purchase your e-SIM on Grameenphone website.