South Korea eSIM — reviews & details
South Korea 1GB/Day (nonhkip) · 1 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- South Korea LG U+ 5G SKTelecom 5G
Traveller reviews
Nguyen C.
India · Jun 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Zero regrets.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Nguyen! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Isabella P.
France · Jun 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Isabella! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Mark
Olivia R.
Netherlands · Jun 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges in South Korea. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Five stars from me.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Olivia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Pablo W.
South Korea · Jun 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Pablo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – David 💜
Sri M.
Vietnam · Jun 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in South Korea. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Sri! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Ingrid 💜
Giulia L.
Canada · May 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Giulia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — David
Sven R.
Philippines · May 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Really appreciate this, Sven! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha H.
Mexico · May 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Made staying connected effortless.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago So glad to hear this, Aisha! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Anna
Olivia B.
Germany · May 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in South Korea. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Olivia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. – Anna 💜
Anna K.
Italy · May 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in South Korea. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Great experience overall.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Cheers, Anna! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Emma 💜
Grace G.
Philippines · May 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Really appreciate this, Grace! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura 💜
Nguyen C.
Turkey · May 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Really appreciate this, Nguyen! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo S.
Vietnam · May 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago So glad to hear this, Hugo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜
Lea F.
Spain · May 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thanks for sharing, Lea! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Grace
Liam K.
France · May 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling in South Korea. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 months ago Thank you so much, Liam! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the South Korea eSIM cost?
The South Korea 1GB/Day (nonhkip) plan costs $1.25 for 1 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
Diego V. · 1 month ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Diego, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia H. · 1 month ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Lucia, on 4G/5G where available. – Laura 💜
Thomas M. · 2 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
No surprise fees, Thomas! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Mark
Budi T. · 3 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Budi — it switches on when you land. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Thomas C. · 4 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Thomas — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Linh T. · 6 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Linh — not at purchase. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan W. · 8 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Ryan! We're always here if you need anything. — Omar
Hugo B. · 9 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Hugo! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Diego 💜
Sri P. · 9 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Sri. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo H. · 10 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Ji-woo, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — James, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki H. · 10 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Yuki, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Ravi V. · 1 year ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Ravi! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Ingrid