Yes, you can still receive calls on your primary number while your ORA eSIM is active, as long as your phone supports Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS).
Here’s what to keep in mind:
🍏📱 iOS Devices (e.g., iPhone XS and later)
Most recent iPhones support DSDS, allowing your physical SIM (primary number) and ORA eSIM to stay connected simultaneously.
You’ll see both lines listed under Settings → Cellular, and incoming calls to your primary number will ring normally—even if your ORA eSIM is handling data.
🤖📲 Android Devices
Many newer Android models (Google Pixel 3+ , Samsung Galaxy S20+ , and others) also offer DSDS. This lets you run a physical SIM and an ORA eSIM side by side.
Incoming calls to your main line won’t interrupt ORA data—just verify under Settings → Network & Internet → SIMs (or Connections → SIM card manager) that your ORA eSIM is set to Data and your physical SIM remains the default for voice. 📞
📋 Device Limits
The total number of eSIM profiles you can store/activate depends on your phone model (some Androids allow up to 7 eSIMs, some iPhones up to 10). For exact details, check your device manual or the “How to Check if My Device Is eSIM Compatible?” article.
🌍💸 Roaming & Charges
If your primary SIM is roaming while abroad, carrier fees may apply to incoming calls on that line. ORA eSIM data is billed separately, so keep an eye on both plans if you’re traveling.