South Korea eSIM — reviews & details
South Korea 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps (nonhkip) · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- South Korea LG Uplus 5G SKTelecom 5G
Traveller reviews
Priya W.
Japan · Oct 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Five stars from me.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thank you so much, Priya! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego 💜
Sophia V.
Vietnam · Oct 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Cheers, Sophia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid F.
Netherlands · Oct 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Zero regrets.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thanks for sharing, Ingrid! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Emma M.
Japan · Oct 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Would definitely buy again.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Emma! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Grace
Priya K.
France · Oct 2025
Connected the moment I landed in South Korea. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Cheers, Priya! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Andre C.
United States · Oct 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Zero regrets.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Andre! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Lea P.
Italy · Oct 2025
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.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Lea! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura 💜
Nadia V.
Italy · Oct 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Really appreciate this, Nadia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Daniel G.
France · Oct 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Really appreciate this, Daniel! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Laura
Haruto D.
Philippines · Oct 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling in South Korea. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Five stars from me.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Haruto! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Ji-woo D.
Philippines · Oct 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Ji-woo! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen L.
Indonesia · Oct 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in South Korea. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Great experience overall.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Cheers, Nguyen! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Haruto H.
India · Sep 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Telling my friends about this.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Cheers, Haruto! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Tom
Zoe F.
Canada · Sep 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thank you so much, Zoe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Daniel S.
Japan · Sep 2025
Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thanks for sharing, Daniel! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sophie 💜
Frequently asked questions
How much does the South Korea eSIM cost?
The South Korea 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps (nonhkip) plan costs $4.68 for 3 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
Giulia W. · 1 week ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Giulia — check My eSIMs anytime. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Emma T. · 1 month ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Emma, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Liam M. · 3 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
The clock starts on first use in-country, Liam, so buying early is totally fine. – Laura 💜
Giulia S. · 3 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Giulia — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sophie 💜
Budi B. · 5 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Budi! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Ingrid
Priya D. · 5 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Priya! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Ingrid
Andre G. · 6 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Andre, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid K. · 8 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Ingrid — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan H. · 9 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Ryan, on 4G/5G where available. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Olivia W. · 10 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Olivia, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Louis F. · 1 year ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Louis, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — James
Nadia L. · 1 year ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
So glad it helped, Nadia! We're always here if you need anything. — David