Get eSIM Skill
Purchase eSIM data packages using USDC on Base Mainnet (or testnet for testing) via the x402 protocol.
Description
This skill enables AI agents to purchase eSIM data packages for users. It uses the x402 payment protocol to pay with USDC on Base Mainnet (default) or Base Sepolia testnet (for testing), then delivers the eSIM installation page.
Default Network: Base Mainnet (production - real eSIMs)
Test Network: Base Sepolia (testing - mock eSIMs)
Prerequisites
- A wallet skill or USDC-capable wallet on Base (Mainnet or Sepolia)
- USDC balance for purchases
- ETH for gas (if using
transfer scheme)
Suggested wallets: Coinbase Agentic Wallet, any x402-compatible wallet, or any wallet that supports Base USDC transfers.
Network Selection
By default, purchases happen on Base Mainnet (real eSIMs). For testing, explicitly specify the testnet network.
When to Use Each Network
| Network | Use Case | eSIM Type |
|---|
| Base Mainnet (default) | Production purchases | Real eSIMs |
| Base Sepolia | Development/testing | Mock eSIMs |
Specifying Network
The user can indicate their preference by:
- Saying "testnet", "testing", "mock", or "demo" → Use Sepolia testnet
- Not specifying, or saying "mainnet", "production", "real" → Use Base mainnet (default)
Invocation
Use this skill when a user:
- Asks for an eSIM or mobile data
- Needs cellular data for travel
- Wants to buy a data plan for a specific country
- Mentions needing connectivity abroad
- Requests "test" or "mock" eSIM for development
Important: Transaction Timing
Crypto and eSIM transactions are NOT instant. Expect:
- USDC transfer: 5-15 seconds for on-chain confirmation
- Purchase completion: Additional 3-30 seconds for API to verify the transaction on-chain
- Total purchase flow: Can take 30-60 seconds from payment initiation to eSIM delivery
Inform the user that the purchase is processing and to wait for confirmation.
Workflow
- Determine network: Ask or detect if user wants mainnet (real) or testnet (testing)
- Discover needs: Ask which country they need data for
- Search packages: Query esimqr.link for available packages
- Present options: Show available data plans with prices
- Get selection: User picks a package
- Confirm purchase: Show price, network (mainnet/testnet), and wallet balance, get confirmation
- Execute x402 flow:
- POST to /api/agent/purchase (mainnet) or /api/agent-testnet/purchase (testnet) → receive 402 with payment details
- Pay using your wallet
- Retry POST with payment proof header
- Deliver eSIM: Return the
esimPageUrl - a user-friendly page with QR code and install buttons
Example Conversation
Mainnet (Real eSIM)
User: I need an eSIM for my trip to USA
Agent: I can help you get an eSIM! This will be a real eSIM on Base Mainnet.
[Agent searches packages]
I found these options for USA:
- US_100MB_7: 100MB / 7 Days - $0.50
- US_1_7: 1GB / 7 Days - $1.18
- US_3_7: 3GB / 7 Days - $2.50
- US_5_30: 5GB / 30 Days - $4.42
Which package would you like?
User: 1GB 7 days
Agent: The US 1GB 7-Day plan costs $1.18 USDC on Base Mainnet.
My wallet balance: $30.00 USDC
Shall I purchase this eSIM now?
User: Yes
Agent: Initiating purchase on Base Mainnet...
✓ Payment sent: 1.18 USDC
✓ Transaction: 0xabc123...
Your eSIM is ready! Install it here:
https://esimqr.link/web3/esim/agent_1707184523_abc123
Testnet (Mock eSIM for Testing)
User: Get me a test eSIM for USA
Agent: I'll get you a test eSIM on Base Sepolia testnet (mock eSIM for testing).
[Agent searches packages on testnet]
I found test packages for USA:
- US_1_7: 1GB / 7 Days - $1.18 (testnet)
- US_5_30: 5GB / 30 Days - $4.42 (testnet)
Which would you like?
User: 1GB
Agent: The US 1GB 7-Day test plan costs $1.18 testnet USDC.
My wallet balance: 10.00 testnet USDC
Shall I purchase this test eSIM?
User: Yes
Agent: Initiating testnet purchase...
✓ Test payment sent: 1.18 USDC
✓ Transaction: 0xdef456...
Your mock eSIM is ready! (For testing only):
https://esimqr.link/web3/esim/mockagent_1707184523_abc123
API Endpoints
Base URL: https://esimqr.link
Mainnet Endpoints (Production)
| Endpoint | Method | Description |
|---|
/api/agent/quote | GET | Get price quote |
/api/agent/purchase | POST | Initiate/complete purchase |
/api/agent/esim/{id} | GET | Get eSIM status |
Testnet Endpoints (Testing)
| Endpoint | Method | Description |
|---|
/api/agent-testnet/quote | GET | Get price quote |
/api/agent-testnet/purchase | POST | Initiate/complete purchase |
/api/agent-testnet/esim/{id} | GET | Get eSIM status |
Shared Endpoints (Both Networks)
| Endpoint | Method | Description |
|---|
/api/web3/packages?q={country} | GET | Search packages (works for both) |
Rate Limiting
- Limit: 10 requests per minute per IP
- Response: HTTP 429 with
Retry-After header
- Handle rate limits gracefully by respecting the
Retry-After value
Network Configuration
Base Mainnet (Default)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| Network | Base Mainnet |
| Chain ID | 8453 |
| CAIP-2 | eip155:8453 |
| USDC Token | 0x833589fCD6eDb6E08f4c7C32D4f71b54bdA02913 |
| USDC Decimals | 6 |
Base Sepolia (Testnet)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| Network | Base Sepolia (testnet) |
| Chain ID | 84532 |
| CAIP-2 | eip155:84532 |
| USDC Token | 0x036CbD53842c5426634e7929541eC2318f3dCF7e |
| USDC Decimals | 6 |
Note: Payment wallet addresses are returned dynamically by the API in quote and 402 responses. Do not hardcode payment addresses.
Payment Schemes (x402)
The 402 response offers two payment options in the accepts array. Choose based on your wallet capabilities:
| Scheme | Header | Wallet Requirements | Gas |
|---|
exact | PAYMENT-SIGNATURE | EIP-3009 signing (Circle, x402 SDK) | Gasless |
transfer | X-PAYMENT | Standard USDC transfer | You pay gas |
Which Scheme to Use
-
Use exact if: Your wallet supports EIP-3009 transferWithAuthorization signing (Circle wallets, x402-compatible SDKs). Benefits: gasless - the facilitator broadcasts for you.
-
Use transfer if: Your wallet can do standard USDC transfers but doesn't support EIP-3009. Works with any wallet that supports Base. You pay gas fees.
-
Not sure?: The transfer scheme works with any USDC-capable wallet.
Exact Scheme Flow (gasless):
- POST
/api/agent/purchase (mainnet) or /api/agent-testnet/purchase (testnet) → receive 402 with EIP-3009 parameters
- Sign a
transferWithAuthorization message (no on-chain tx needed)
- Retry POST with header:
PAYMENT-SIGNATURE: <base64-encoded-payload>
- Facilitator broadcasts the transaction for you
Transfer Scheme Flow:
- POST
/api/agent/purchase (mainnet) or /api/agent-testnet/purchase (testnet) → receive 402 with payment details
- Transfer USDC on-chain to
payTo address (on the correct network!)
- Retry POST with header:
X-PAYMENT: txHash=0x...,nonce=...
API Response Examples
Search Packages
GET /api/web3/packages?q=US
{
"packages": [
{"packageCode": "US_1_7", "name": "United States 1GB 7Days", ...}
]
}
Quote (Mainnet)
GET /api/agent/quote?packageCode=US_1_7
{
"packageCode": "PHAJHEAYP",
"slug": "US_1_7",
"planName": "United States 1GB 7Days",
"usdcAmount": "1.18",
"paymentDetails": {
"recipient": "<payment-address-from-api>",
"chainId": 8453,
"network": "eip155:8453"
}
}
Quote (Testnet)
GET /api/agent-testnet/quote?packageCode=US_1_7
{
"packageCode": "PHAJHEAYP",
"slug": "US_1_7",
"planName": "United States 1GB 7Days",
"usdcAmount": "1.18",
"paymentDetails": {
"recipient": "<payment-address-from-api>",
"chainId": 84532,
"network": "eip155:84532"
},
"isTestnet": true
}
402 Payment Required
POST /api/agent/purchase
Body: {"packageCode": "US_1_7"}
{
"x402Version": 2,
"accepts": [
{"scheme": "exact", ...},
{"scheme": "transfer", "amount": "1180000", "payTo": "<payment-address-from-api>", "extra": {"nonce": "abc123"}}
]
}
Important: Always use the payTo address from the 402 response. Never hardcode payment addresses.
Purchase Success
POST /api/agent/purchase
Headers: X-PAYMENT: txHash=0x...,nonce=abc123
Body: {"packageCode": "US_1_7"}
{
"success": true,
"esimId": "agent_1707184523_abc123",
"esimPageUrl": "https://esimqr.link/web3/esim/agent_1707184523_abc123",
"esimDetails": {
"iccid": "8901234...",
"activationCode": "LPA:1$..."
}
}
Status Values
pending - Order created, awaiting provisioningprocessing - eSIM being provisionedready - eSIM ready for installationactivated - eSIM installed on devicefailed - Order failed (contact support)cancelled - Mock eSIM auto-cancelled (testnet only)
Documentation
Files
esim_api.py - API client for esimqr.link (supports both mainnet and testnet)
Dependencies
requests>=2.28.0
Hackathon Submission
- Track: Agentic Commerce
- Protocol: x402 (HTTP 402 Payment Required)
- Networks: Base Mainnet (production), Base Sepolia (testing)
- Payment: USDC
Submitted to: https://www.moltbook.com/m/usdc
