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
Andre S.
Brazil · Apr 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Andre! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Elena F.
Egypt · Apr 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out in South Korea. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Cheers, Elena! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – David, GotoeSIM Support
Liam P.
Sweden · Apr 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Really appreciate this, Liam! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed G.
Spain · Apr 2026
Did the job without any drama. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Mohammed! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Emma
Nadia V.
Saudi Arabia · Apr 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago So glad to hear this, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara
Isabella W.
Sweden · Apr 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Isabella! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Omar 💜
Lea C.
Saudi Arabia · Apr 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Lea! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! — David
Ravi L.
Spain · Apr 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Ravi. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Mateo L.
New Zealand · Apr 2026
Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. A must-have for international travel.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Mateo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed G.
Switzerland · Apr 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks a lot, Mohammed! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sara 💜
Emma G.
Singapore · Apr 2026
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Emma. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Yuki
Giulia K.
Netherlands · Apr 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Exactly as described — no surprises.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Giulia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan V.
Saudi Arabia · Apr 2026
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you so much, Ethan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – James, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto T.
Poland · Apr 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Apologies for the trouble, Haruto. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Liam P.
Portugal · Apr 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thanks for sharing, Liam! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Anna
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