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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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Sri M.

Philippines · Apr 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Sri! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi N.

United States · Apr 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Highly recommend for any traveller.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Budi! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh R.

Singapore · Apr 2026

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Did the job without any drama in South Korea. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Linh! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Sven B.

Switzerland · Apr 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in South Korea. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Sven! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. — Emma

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Daniel D.

Sweden · Apr 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Zero regrets.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Daniel! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Sara

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Thomas D.

Mexico · Apr 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Thomas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei T.

UAE · Apr 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in South Korea. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

So glad to hear this, Wei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Ingrid

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Somchai F.

Switzerland · Apr 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thanks a lot, Somchai! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sara 💜

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Louis N.

Portugal · Apr 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly. Zero regrets.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Louis! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Zoe H.

Germany · Apr 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Zoe! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Priya 💜

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Anna P.

Portugal · Apr 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in South Korea. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you so much, Anna! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila K.

UAE · Apr 2026

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Would definitely buy again.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Really appreciate this, Camila! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki L.

Egypt · Apr 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling in South Korea. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Yuki! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid 💜

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Camila H.

Ireland · Mar 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

Cheers, Camila! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Sarah P.

France · Mar 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. A must-have for international travel.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 4 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sarah! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – 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 💜