Does the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G support eSIM? Yes, the UAE version
The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G sold in the UAE supports eSIM, according to Xiaomi. 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 UAE | Has eSIM |
| Bought abroad (other markets) | Depends on the version |
What the spec sheet says
- Xiaomi UAE specs, Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G: “Dual SIM (nano SIM + nano SIM or nano SIM + eSIM)”, with the note “eSIM availability may vary depending on country/region and carrier”.
Check your phone in a minute
Look for “Add eSIM” in Settings → Network & internet → SIMs: if it is there, your Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 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.
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 Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G use?
One eSIM alongside a physical SIM. Xiaomi does not confirm that two eSIMs work at the same time.
Can I keep my UAE number and add a travel eSIM on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G?
Yes: the Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G takes a physical SIM and an eSIM at the same time, so your UAE number stays on the SIM and the travel eSIM handles data.
Sources
- Xiaomi UAE: Redmi Note 15 Pro+ 5G specs, checked on 16 Oct 2026
Verified on 16 Oct 2026. Back to the list of eSIM-compatible phones for other models.