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South Korea 10GB/Day · 10 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $7.50
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 67%
4 ★ 23%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • South Korea LG U+ 5G SKTelecom 5G

Traveller reviews

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Louis G.

South Korea · Dec 2025

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Did the job without any drama in South Korea. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks a lot, Louis! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. – Omar 💜

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Mei V.

New Zealand · Dec 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in South Korea. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Really appreciate this, Mei! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri W.

New Zealand · Dec 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Exactly as described — no surprises.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks a lot, Sri! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James

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Louis M.

Poland · Nov 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Telling my friends about this.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Really appreciate this, Louis! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Noah P.

Portugal · Nov 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Really appreciate this, Noah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. — Emma

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Elena C.

Poland · Nov 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges in South Korea. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Elena! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai L.

Brazil · Nov 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Really appreciate this, Somchai! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia W.

Portugal · Nov 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in South Korea. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Lucia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Anna

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Camila V.

India · Nov 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Would definitely buy again.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Camila! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura 💜

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Nguyen R.

Poland · Nov 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived in South Korea. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Cheers, Nguyen! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei K.

United States · Nov 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Wei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. – Sara 💜

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Ava S.

Switzerland · Nov 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you so much, Ava! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Priya 💜

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Diego M.

Egypt · Nov 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thanks a lot, Diego! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Ingrid 💜

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Sven T.

Italy · Nov 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Really appreciate this, Sven! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed R.

Philippines · Nov 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mohammed! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the South Korea eSIM cost?

The South Korea 10GB/Day plan costs $7.50 for 10 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.

How do I activate my South Korea eSIM?

Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in South Korea.

Will this eSIM work on my phone?

It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.

Can I keep my regular number?

Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in South Korea.

Comments & questions

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Lucas L. · 2 weeks ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Lucas, so buying early is totally fine. — Ingrid

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Zoe W. · 1 month ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Zoe! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid D. · 3 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Ingrid! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya C. · 4 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Yes Katya, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki S. · 4 months ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Yuki — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz S. · 4 months ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Beatriz, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Anna 💜

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Somchai W. · 5 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

David David GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Somchai, on 4G/5G where available. — David

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Wei W. · 5 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Yes Wei, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Laura 💜

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Mohammed C. · 5 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Mohammed! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Sara

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Thomas F. · 8 months ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

For nearby countries, Thomas, a regional plan may suit you better — happy to help you pick. — Anna

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Katya T. · 11 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Katya! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Katya R. · 11 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Yes Katya, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. – James 💜