How to activate an eSIM on your iPad | Apple Support

To connect your cellular-compatible iPad to a wireless plan using eSIM, start by ensuring your iPad supports eSIM and is updated to the latest iPadOS. You can activate your plan through carrier activation, transfer from another iPad, join a plan linked to your iPhone, find a new plan, or use a QR code. For carrier activation, tap the notification or go to Settings > Cellular Data to install the plan. For transferring from another iPad, go to Settings > Cellular Data > Transfer iPad Plan. To join an iPhone plan, select Settings > Cellular Data > Join iPhone Plan. To find a new plan, tap Find a New Plan. For QR code activation, go to Settings > Cellular Data > Use QR Code. Follow the prompts to complete activation.

Summary:
– Ensure your iPad supports eSIM and is updated to the latest iPadOS.
– Activate your plan through carrier activation in Settings > Cellular Data.
– Transfer a plan from another iPad via Settings > Cellular Data > Transfer iPad Plan.
– Join an existing iPhone plan in Settings > Cellular Data > Join iPhone Plan.
– Use a QR code for activation in Settings > Cellular Data > Use QR Code.