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Why is my QR code not scanning?

Quick fixes when a traveller cannot scan the Firsty eSIM QR code from their device camera.

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If the camera will not pick up the QR code, try the following in order:

  1. Increase screen brightness on the device displaying the QR code.
  2. Print at 100% scale if you are using a paper copy — shrinking the code below 2cm wide makes it unreadable.
  3. Use the native iOS / Android camera app, not a third-party scanner.
  4. Go to Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM → Enter Details Manually and paste the activation code from the order CSV.

If none of the above work, contact support and include the order ID.

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