Activate your Google Fi service

Important: To use Google Fi internationally, activate your service in the US first. US territories aren’t eligible. If your phone has more than one Google Account, the Google Fi account must be the admin or owner.

Military and State Department employees who serve overseas can qualify for an exception. Verify your eligibility.

Check if your device works with Google Fi

Most popular phones work with Google Fi. To confirm, check your phone’s compatibility.

Use unlocked devices with Google Fi. Devices that you buy from Google Fi or the Google Store are already unlocked.

If you’re unsure if your phone is unlocked, contact your carrier or where you bought it.

Set up Google Fi on Android

Important: Before you begin, make sure your phone is fully charged. If your phone isn’t fully charged, keep it plugged in during setup.

1. On your new device, connect to a Wi-Fi network.
2. If you’re new to Google Fi, sign up here.
3. Download the Google Fi app from fi.google.com/app.
4. Sign in to the Google Fi app .
   • If you already have the Google Fi app on your device, make sure it’s up to date. To update the app:
     1. On your device, open the Play Store app .
     2. At the top right, tap your Profile Manage apps & data Updates available.
     3. On the list, find the Google Fi app .
     4. Tap Update.
        • If you find "Open" instead of "Update" next to the app, the app is already up to date.
5. Activate your SIM.
   • Do not scan the QR code during activation. It’s for iPhone users only.
     • Use an eSIM:
       • On Pixel 2 and up, the Google Fi app guides you through eSIM download.
       • For other devices, check if your phone supports eSIM.
     • Get a physical SIM card:
       1. When you sign up, order a SIM card at no charge or buy one at a retail store.
       2. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to:
          1. Remove the SIM card from your current device.
          2. Insert the SIM card into your new device.
6. To complete your setup, follow the app’s instructions.
   • When you set up Google Fi, you can transfer your number to Google Fi.
   • If you want a new number, you can get it when you activate Google Fi.
   • To find your number, go to the "Home" tab of the Google Fi app or website.
7. Restart your phone.
   • You can get a request to install an update. After your phone installs the update and restarts, return to the app to complete the setup.

Manage your eSIM

Related resources

• Troubleshoot Google Fi activation
• How to transfer Google Fi service to a new device
• How to add tablets and laptops to your Google Fi plan
• Insert a SIM card into a Designed for Fi phone
• Learn about SIM kits for Google Fi