Before removing your SIM, carefully remove your iPhone’s case so that we can get to the SIM card tray. Being careful about this is key. Many cases are on very tightly, so take your time to avoid causing damage to your iPhone.

If you kept the SIM removal tool that came with your iPhone, you are good to go. However, you can always gently unfold a paper clip, use the back of an earring, or try another flat, thin tool that will fit in the hole that releases the SIM card tray.

Your SIM card tray will look like a small, oblong oval with a small, round hole next to it. Depending on the model of your iPhone, your SIM card tray location will vary. I’ve created the table below to make finding your SIM card tray easier. Keep in mind that regardless of the model of your iPhone, the SIM card tray will be on the sides and/or edges of your iPhone.

If you cannot locate your SIM tray, check out this handy table:

The distance of the SIM tray from the associated button noted in this table varies based on the model. Some may be further down, while others are only about an inch away from those buttons.

Here’s where the action happens! Now that you see your SIM tray, there should be a small hole underneath it. You are going to insert the SIM removal tool or paperclip into that hole and give a gentle push to release the tray.

Being gentle but applying pressure is key here. You don’t want to damage the button that releases the tray. Keep in mind that the SIM tray will not come all the way out. It will usually pop partially out and you will pull it the rest of the way.