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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 Uplus 5G SKTelecom 5G

Traveller reviews

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Aisha K.

Canada · Dec 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Aisha! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah H.

Philippines · Dec 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Zero regrets.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Sarah! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah W.

Canada · Dec 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in South Korea. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Sarah! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. – Sara 💜

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Diego V.

Portugal · Dec 2024

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Highly recommend for any traveller.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Diego! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe T.

Germany · Dec 2024

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Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Zoe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ken

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Min-jun N.

United States · Dec 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Min-jun! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken 💜

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Nadia C.

Indonesia · Dec 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel G.

Canada · Dec 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Daniel! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo M.

Thailand · Dec 2024

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Ji-woo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Come back anytime! — Laura

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Marco W.

Malaysia · Dec 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Marco! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ken

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Mohammed H.

Turkey · Dec 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in South Korea. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Mohammed! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Diego 💜

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Nadia D.

South Korea · Dec 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in South Korea. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Ken 💜

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Liam F.

Spain · Dec 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Liam! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Come back anytime! – James 💜

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Aisha W.

Australia · Dec 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Aisha! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — James

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Ryan M.

United States · Nov 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Ryan! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. – Laura, 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 💜