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South Korea 1GB/Day (nonhkip) · 1 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $1.25
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 26%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 1%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • South Korea LG U+ 5G SKTelecom 5G

Traveller reviews

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Zoe L.

United Kingdom · Dec 2024

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Zoe! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜

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Yuki F.

Malaysia · Dec 2024

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Yuki. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Laura

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Haruto P.

Switzerland · Dec 2024

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Haruto! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia M.

Canada · Dec 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in South Korea. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Lucia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Chloe L.

Thailand · Dec 2024

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Chloe! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei M.

Brazil · Nov 2024

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Wei! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. — Mark

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Diego B.

Japan · Nov 2024

✓ Verified

Saved me a fortune on my holiday in South Korea. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Diego! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya F.

New Zealand · Nov 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Priya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Grace 💜

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James N.

United Kingdom · Nov 2024

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Five stars from me.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, James! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Come back anytime! — Omar

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Lucia H.

Malaysia · Nov 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Lucia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Come back anytime! – Emma 💜

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Arjun C.

UAE · Nov 2024

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Liam T.

Malaysia · Nov 2024

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Liam! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura 💜

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Yuki F.

Malaysia · Nov 2024

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in South Korea. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Telling my friends about this.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Yuki! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun G.

South Korea · Nov 2024

✓ Verified

No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Activation was automatic when I arrived in South Korea. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Arjun! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed H.

Germany · Nov 2024

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Mohammed! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Priya 💜

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

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Diego V. · 1 month ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Yes Diego, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucia H. · 1 month ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Lucia, on 4G/5G where available. – Laura 💜

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Thomas M. · 2 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Thomas! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Mark

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Budi T. · 3 months ago

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Budi — it switches on when you land. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Thomas C. · 4 months ago

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

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

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

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Linh T. · 6 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Linh — not at purchase. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan W. · 8 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Ryan! We're always here if you need anything. — Omar

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Hugo B. · 9 months ago

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Hugo! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Diego 💜

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Sri P. · 9 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Sri. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo H. · 10 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ji-woo, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki H. · 10 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Yes Yuki, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi V. · 1 year ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Ravi! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Ingrid