Does the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G support eSIM? No, not the UAE version

Samsung’s eSIM list for the UAE gives the Galaxy A26 5G eSIM only in other regions: the UAE version has none. On a phone bought abroad, it depends on the market it was made for. To be sure, look for an “Add eSIM” option in the SIM settings.

UAE version and imported phones

Version	eSIM
Sold in the UAESamsung UAE eSIM list	No eSIM
Bought abroad (other markets)	Depends on the version

What the official list says

Samsung UAE’s eSIM list: “A26(Only North America)”.
Samsung adds: “Depending on the country of origin, eSIM may not be supported even if your device is listed above.”

Check your phone in a minute

Look for “Add eSIM” in Settings → Connections → SIM manager: if it is there, your Galaxy A26 5G has eSIM.

If your phone has no eSIM

No eSIM option, no travel eSIM: don’t buy one. Your options abroad are your operator’s roaming pack, a local SIM card bought on arrival, or a pocket Wi-Fi: compare roaming packs and eSIM prices in AED.

All destinations with their prices Pay by card in AED. The seller is registered outside the UAE, so some banks may still add a foreign-merchant fee. Install the profile at home on Wi-Fi before you fly. The QR code arrives by e-mail after payment. See countries

Not sure how much data to take? Work it out from your trip length and how you use your phone.

Frequently asked questions

How many eSIMs can the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G use?

The UAE version, none: Samsung’s list gives the Galaxy A26 5G eSIM only in other regions. If your phone was bought abroad, look for an “Add eSIM” option in the SIM settings.

Can I keep my UAE number and add a travel eSIM on the Samsung Galaxy A26 5G?

Not with the UAE version: it has no eSIM. If your phone was bought abroad, look for an “Add eSIM” option in the SIM settings.

Sources

Samsung UAE (Samsung Gulf): Galaxy eSIM and supported mobile carriers, checked on 15 Oct 2026

Verified on 15 Oct 2026. Back to the list of eSIM-compatible phones for other models.