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How to get and activate a Lucky Mobile eSIM in Canada

Step-by-step guide to Lucky Mobile eSIMs: activation, installation, supported phones, and how to switch from a physical SIM.

Lucky Mobile is a sub-brand of Bell, one of Canada’s largest telecom companies. It offers affordable prepaid plans with Canada-wide coverage, making it a budget-friendly option for staying connected with both eSIMs and physical cards.

Whether you’re already using Lucky Mobile and thinking about switching from a physical SIM, or considering moving from another Canadian carrier, setting up a Lucky Mobile eSIM is quick and straightforward. In this guide, we’ll explain everything you need to know — from plans and compatibility to where to get an eSIM and how to activate it step-by-step.

Lucky Mobile does not offer data roaming outside Canada, but you can add international calling options to stay in touch with family and friends abroad. This article focuses on local usage in Canada only. If you’re planning international travel and need mobile data outside Canada, we’ll introduce a travel eSIM alternative, Holafly, later in this guide.

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Lucky Mobile eSIM plans

Lucky Mobile offers prepaid plans only, giving customers the flexibility to manage their spending without contracts. All plans include Canada-wide coverage, and you can add international calling options to stay connected when travelling abroad. eSIM activation is free, while physical SIM cards cost $10 if purchased at a retail or online shop.

Below is a quick overview of Lucky Mobile’s current monthly plans:

Price per month (CAD)	Data allowance with auto top-up	Data allowance without auto top-up
$19	500MB	N/A
$28	3.5GB	3GB
$34	10GB	5GB
$39	60GB	30GB
$47	80GB	40GB

*Unlimited Canada-wide calling + unlimited Canada-wide and international texting.

All plans offer 4G data speeds, as well as unlimited Canada-wide calling, and Canada-wide and international texting. These prepaid plans do not include roaming, your data will not work outside Canada.

Extra data and international calling add-ons are available if needed. Data speeds may be reduced to 128 Kbps after your monthly data limit is reached, but you won’t pay overages.

Lucky Mobile eSIM-compatible devices

Most new smartphones now include eSIM support, and Lucky Mobile eSIMs work with most of these popular devices, such as iPhone XR or newer and Samsung Galaxy S20 or newer. If you’re unsure whether your current phone supports eSIM, you can check during activation or use Lucky Mobile’s IMEI compatibility tool before you switch.

Note: Lucky Mobile eSIMs do not support smartwatches, including Apple Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch, and Google Pixel Watch.

For a full reference of supported eSIM devices, you can also check Holafly’s eSIM Compatible Phones list.

How to get a Lucky Mobile eSIM

You can get a Lucky Mobile eSIM when activating a new plan or switching from a physical SIM card. Lucky Mobile eSIM is available online, through the My Account app, or at Lucky Mobile physical locations.

The process looks slightly different depending on whether you are new to Lucky Mobile or switching from a physical Lucky Mobile SIM.

For new customers

Visit the Lucky Mobile website or a Lucky Mobile store.
Choose a prepaid plan that fits your needs.
Select eSIM as your SIM type.
Complete your activation and follow the on-screen steps to download the eSIM.

For existing customers switching from a SIM card

Log in to the Lucky Mobile My Account app or website.
Go to your Account settings and choose to update your SIM card.
Select eSIM and confirm your details.
Install the new eSIM on your phone. You can remove the physical SIM once setup is complete.
Once installed, your phone will automatically connect to the Lucky Mobile network within a few minutes.

How to install according to the type of device

Once you’ve purchased your Lucky Mobile eSIM and received your activation QR code, you can complete Lucky Mobile eSIM activation directly from your device settings. The steps below show you how to set up your eSIM, but the process will vary slightly depending on whether you’re using an iPhone, Samsung, or Google Pixel device.

Set up eSIM on iPhone

Below are the steps for how to install eSIM on your iPhone:

Open Settings → Cellular / Mobile Data
Tap Add eSIM (or Add Cellular Plan)
Scan the Lucky Mobile eSIM QR code from your activation email
Follow the on-screen instructions to finish the setup
Restart your device if needed

Set up eSIM on Samsung / Android

Below are the steps for how to install eSIM on your Samsung or Android phone:

Open Settings → Connections (or Network & Internet)
Select SIM Manager → Add eSIM
Scan your Lucky Mobile eSIM QR code or enter details manually
Follow the prompts to activate your eSIM

Set up eSIM on Google Pixel

Below are the steps for how to install eSIM on your Google Pixel:

Open Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs
Select Download a SIM instead
Scan the QR code and complete the activation steps

Companies also offering eSIM in Canada

If you’re comparing your options before committing, other Canadian carriers that support eSIM include:

Bell
Rogers
Telus
Holafly Plans (international travel-friendly option)

Each provider has different offerings in terms of 5G access, coverage, roaming, and pricing flexibility.

Stay connected in Canada with Holafly Plans

If your priority is having reliable mobile data both in Canada and abroad, Holafly Plans offers eSIM subscriptions that work seamlessly in Canada and in more than 170 destinations worldwide.

Holafly Plans are designed for digital nomads, international students, expats, and long-term visitors who are setting up life in Canada and want a simple way to stay connected. With unlimited data and international coverage, you can manage everything online and activate your eSIM instantly without needing a physical SIM card or visiting a store.

Whether you’re living in Canada and planning occasional trips abroad, or arriving in Canada from another country, Holafly Plans allow you to maintain consistent access to mobile data across borders, making it easier to stay connected wherever you go.

Disclaimer: The data in this article is accurate as of October 30, 2025, and is subject to change.

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