Getting an E-Stim Abroad

[Ustolondon2023]

I’m studying abroad until the summer and had my phone snatched from my hand on the street in London. Came home to Los Angeles for the Xmas holiday and purchased a new iphone 15 at the Apple Store here.

New phone does not accept a SIM card, but rather has an e-sim. I have the lowest level EE account for when I’m back in London with a SIM card. I’ve heard it’s hard to get an e-sim with EE. Does it require a UK bank account? What other requirements? I currently do not have a UK bank account - only a US one. Please advise. 

[bristolian]

EE only offer E-SIM on pay-monthly contract accounts, not PAYG. A UK bank account is a pre-requisite for a pay-monthly billing account.

[Ustolondon2023]

Do you know - is it difficult for a 27 yo student from the US to get a UK bank account? 

[Ustolondon2023]

Thats precisely why I’m asking. I’ve definitely heard that it’s hard. Just not sure HOW it’s hard! Can’t find that info anywhere. Any info would be appreciated. 

[Northerner]

Hi @Ustolondon2023 

It's not an EE problem you getting a UK bank account. @bristolian  comments are the sum of your question. 

Thanks