Your Roamiya eSIM plan validity does NOT start when you buy or install it.
🕐 When Does the Countdown Begin?
The validity timer starts only when BOTH conditions are met:
- ✅ The eSIM is installed on your phone.
- ✅ Your phone connects to a local network at the destination.
Example:
- Jan 1: Buy a 7-day Japan eSIM in New York.
- Jan 5: Install it at home (no timer starts – you're not in Japan).
- Jan 10: Land in Tokyo, phone connects to SoftBank.
- Jan 10: ⏱️ Timer starts NOW.
- Jan 17: Plan expires (7 days later).
📋 Key Points
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Does installing early waste my days? | No. Timer only starts upon network connection abroad. |
| What if I install but never travel? | The eSIM sits dormant. You can request a refund if never scanned. |
| Multi-country plans? | Timer starts when you connect in the first supported country. |
🌐 What counts as "activation"?
- Flying to Japan and your phone locks onto KDDI/SoftBank = Activated.
- Installing at home and seeing "No Service" = NOT Activated.