Where to find your SIM card number on your phone

Your SIM card number — also called the ICCID (Integrated Circuit Card Identifier) — is printed on the physical SIM card itself and also stored in your phone's settings. The fastest way to find it is to look at the card directly: remove your SIM from its slot and read the 19 or 20-digit number printed on the front. If you cannot remove the card or prefer not to, you can find the same number in your phone's settings without touching the hardware.

The location of this number in your settings depends on whether you use an iPhone or Android device, and which version of the operating system you have. Both methods take less than a minute once you know where to look.

Key Takeaways

  • Your SIM card number is a 19 or 20-digit code printed directly on the physical SIM card and also stored in your phone.
  • On iPhone, go to Settings > General > About and scroll to find ICCID listed under the SIM card information section.
  • On Android, the location varies by manufacturer, but usually appears in Settings > About Phone > SIM Status or Settings > About Device > SIM Card Information.
  • If you have an eSIM (digital SIM), you can only find the number in your phone settings, not on a physical card.
  • Write down your SIM number and keep it in a safe place if you need it for your carrier or for device troubleshooting.

Finding your SIM number on iPhone

Open the Settings app and tap General. Scroll down and tap About. Look for the section labeled ICCID — this is your SIM card number. It appears as a long string of digits below the phone number and other device information.

If you do not see ICCID listed, your phone may not have a SIM card inserted, or you may have an eSIM instead. eSIM numbers appear in the same location but are labeled differently depending on your carrier. If you have multiple SIM cards (dual SIM), each one will show its own ICCID separately.

Finding your SIM number on Android

The exact path depends on your phone's manufacturer and Android version. On most devices, open Settings and look for About Phone or About Device. Tap SIM Status or SIM Card Information. Your ICCID should appear on this screen alongside your phone number and carrier name.

If you cannot find SIM Status in the About section, try Settings > Network & Internet > SIM Cards or Settings > Dual SIM & Mobile Network. Samsung phones often place this under Settings > About Phone > Status. Google Pixel phones typically show it under Settings > About Phone > SIM Status. If you still cannot locate it, search your phone's settings for "ICCID" or "SIM card information" — most Android phones have a search function at the top of the Settings app.

Reading the number directly from your physical SIM card

If you prefer to read the number without using your phone's settings, you can remove the SIM card and look at it directly. The ICCID is printed on the front of the card in small numbers, usually starting with 89 or 98. You will need a SIM ejector tool (a small metal pin that comes with most phones) or a straightened paperclip to open the SIM slot.

Power off your phone before removing the SIM card. Locate the small hole on the side or edge of your phone, insert the ejector tool, and gently push until the SIM tray pops out. Lift the card from the tray, read the number on the front, and reinsert it in the same orientation. Power your phone back on. This method works for traditional SIM cards but not for eSIM, which has no physical card to remove.

What to do if you cannot find your SIM number

If your phone does not show a SIM number in settings and you cannot remove a physical card, you may have an eSIM that is not yet activated, or your SIM card slot may be empty. Contact your mobile carrier — they have your SIM number on file and can read it to you over the phone or send it to you by text or email. You will need to provide your phone number or account number to verify your identity.

If you recently switched phones or carriers, your old SIM card number is no longer active on your account. Your carrier will have issued you a new SIM number when you activated service on your current device. If you need the old number for records or troubleshooting, ask your carrier's customer service — they can look it up in your account history.

Why you might need your SIM card number

Your carrier may ask for your SIM number when you contact them about service issues, device replacement, or account changes. Some troubleshooting steps require you to confirm which SIM is active in your phone. If you are switching carriers or upgrading your phone, having your SIM number handy can speed up the process.

Keep your SIM number in a safe place — written down or stored in a notes app — so you have it if you need it quickly. It is not sensitive information in the way a PIN or password is, but having it readily available saves time when you call your carrier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my SIM card number the same as my phone number?

No. Your phone number is what people use to call you. Your SIM card number (ICCID) is a unique identifier for the SIM card itself. They are completely different. Your SIM number stays the same even if you change phone numbers, and your phone number changes if you get a new SIM card.

Can I find my SIM number if I do not have my phone with me?

Yes. If you have the physical SIM card, you can read the number directly from the card. If you do not have the card, contact your mobile carrier with your phone number or account number, and they can tell you the SIM number. You do not need the phone itself to access this information.

What if my phone shows two different SIM numbers?

You have a dual SIM phone, which means it can hold two SIM cards at once. Each card has its own ICCID. Your phone will display both numbers separately in the SIM Status section of your settings. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.

Does my eSIM have a number I can find?

Yes. eSIM cards have an ICCID just like physical SIM cards, but you cannot remove it to read the number. You can only find it in your phone's settings under SIM Status or About Phone. The number is stored digitally on your device rather than printed on a card.

Will my SIM number change if I switch phones?

No, not unless you get a new SIM card from your carrier. If you move your existing SIM card to a new phone, the number stays the same. If your carrier issues you a new SIM card for the new phone, you will have a different SIM number.