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Uruguay eSIM APN Settings: Use data.esim for NoveSIM

NoveSIM | Last updated on: September 2, 2026 | 6 minute read

Uruguay eSIM APN settings usually need attention only when the NoveSIM line has registered to a network but mobile data still does not load. The correct NoveSIM APN is data.esim; it is not the APN of a domestic Uruguayan operator.

Many phones receive the APN automatically, so first select the travel eSIM for mobile data and enable Data Roaming on it. Manual entry is a targeted check, not the first response to no signal or an absent eSIM profile.

NoveSIM Uruguay plans are data-only. A successful test means a webpage loads with Wi-Fi off; the plan does not provide an Uruguayan number for traditional calls or SMS.

Quick answer: If the Uruguay eSIM shows a network but no data, enter data.esim in its APN field, leave username and password blank unless the order instructions state otherwise, save the change and restart mobile data. Keep the installed eSIM.

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Correct Uruguay eSIM APN Settings

Field NoveSIM value
APN data.esim
Username Leave blank unless instructed otherwise
Password Leave blank unless instructed otherwise
Authentication Leave at the device default unless instructed otherwise
APN type Leave at the device default unless instructed otherwise

Do not fill every visible field merely because it exists. Device menus vary, and changing unrelated values can create a second fault. The current product allowance and validity should also be checked on the Uruguay eSIM page or in the order details.

Check These Settings Before Editing the APN

  1. Turn Wi-Fi off so the test uses mobile data.
  2. Confirm that the Uruguay eSIM is enabled.
  3. Select it as the Mobile Data or Cellular Data line.
  4. Enable Data Roaming on the travel line.
  5. Disable automatic data switching and home-line data roaming.
  6. Leave network selection on Automatic and wait for registration.

If the profile does not appear at all, APN entry cannot repair the installation. If the phone shows no service in one location, test in another safe place before changing configuration; read the Uruguay eSIM coverage guide to separate local reception from a data-settings problem.

How to Enter data.esim on iPhone

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Tap Mobile Service or Cellular.
  3. Select the Uruguay or Travel eSIM.
  4. Open Mobile Data Network or Cellular Data Network if the option is available.
  5. Enter data.esim in the Cellular Data APN field.
  6. Leave username and password blank unless your NoveSIM instructions specify values.
  7. Return to the previous screen, toggle mobile data off and on, then test a new webpage.

Some iPhone configurations do not expose manual APN fields because carrier settings manage them. Do not install an unknown configuration profile or erase network settings solely to make the menu appear. Use the NoveSIM iPhone installation guide for the broader line setup.

How to Enter data.esim on Android

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Choose Network & Internet, Connections or the equivalent mobile-network menu.
  3. Select the Uruguay eSIM.
  4. Open Access Point Names.
  5. Create or edit an APN and enter data.esim in the APN field.
  6. Leave other fields at their defaults unless the order instructions require a change.
  7. Save the APN, select it if necessary, then toggle mobile data off and on.

Android labels differ by manufacturer and software version. Confirm the exact model on the eSIM-compatible device list, and use the settings search for “Access Point Names” rather than changing an unrelated SIM menu.

How to Test the APN Change

Turn Wi-Fi off and load a webpage that was not already open. A messaging app alone is a weak test because cached content can appear without a working connection. If the page loads, stop changing settings.

If signal remains visible but data still fails, toggle Airplane Mode for about 30 seconds, restart once and confirm that the allowance remains active. Follow the ordered checks in the Uruguay eSIM troubleshooting guide before attempting manual network selection.

When APN Editing Will Not Fix the Problem

  • The phone is carrier-locked or does not support eSIM.
  • The profile was never installed or is switched off.
  • The wrong SIM is selected for mobile data.
  • The plan has no remaining data or is outside its validity.
  • The current location has no usable partner-network coverage.
  • The phone has not registered to a network.

Network access, 4G or 5G and speed depend on the plan, device, location and local coverage. An APN routes data after registration; it cannot create a radio signal where none is available.

Keep the Installed Profile

Do not delete the eSIM while correcting APN settings. Some activation codes cannot be reused, and removal may prevent a straightforward retest. Delete the profile only if NoveSIM Support explicitly instructs you to do so.

If support is required, provide the order number, exact device model, location, whether signal appears and a screenshot of the APN screen without exposing the QR code. Contact NoveSIM Support with the results of the webpage test.

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FAQ

What is the NoveSIM APN for Uruguay?

The NoveSIM APN is data.esim. Enter it only if manual APN configuration is required.

Should I use the APN of Claro, Antel or another local operator?

No. A NoveSIM travel eSIM uses the NoveSIM setting data.esim, not an APN copied from a domestic operator.

Why can I not see the APN field?

Some devices or carrier configurations manage APN values automatically and hide manual editing. Do not install unknown profiles or change unrelated settings; contact support with the exact device model.

Should I delete the eSIM before entering the APN again?

No. Keep the profile installed. Deletion is not required for APN editing and should happen only if NoveSIM Support explicitly directs it.

Final Recommendation

Use Uruguay eSIM APN settings only for the specific symptom of network registration without working data. Confirm the correct line, roaming, allowance and automatic network selection first.

When manual entry is necessary, use data.esim, leave unrelated fields unchanged and test a fresh webpage with Wi-Fi off. Never substitute a local operator APN.

Retain the installed eSIM throughout the process. If the test still fails, record the exact symptom and settings for NoveSIM Support instead of deleting the profile or repeatedly changing several fields.

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