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South Korea 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps (nonhkip) · 3 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $4.68
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 65%
4 ★ 23%
3 ★ 8%
2 ★ 2%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • South Korea LG Uplus 5G SKTelecom 5G

Traveller reviews

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Mateo M.

India · Jun 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Mateo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella S.

Malaysia · Jun 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Isabella! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! — Emma

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Pablo S.

France · Jun 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Pablo! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken 💜

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Olivia H.

Indonesia · Jun 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Olivia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Omar

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Hana G.

United States · Jun 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Hana! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Mark 💜

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Ravi F.

United Kingdom · Jun 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in South Korea. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Ravi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea N.

Brazil · Jun 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Lea! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun N.

Egypt · Jun 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in South Korea. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Arjun! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace

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Ava C.

Egypt · Jun 2025

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Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Ava! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Come back anytime! – Mark 💜

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Sophia S.

Vietnam · Jun 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Sophia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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James S.

Spain · Jun 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, James! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia H.

France · Jun 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Made staying connected effortless.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Omar

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Liam W.

Mexico · Jun 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Liam! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Come back anytime! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan F.

Sweden · Jun 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in South Korea. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Made staying connected effortless.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Ryan! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan T.

Japan · Jun 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Great experience overall.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Ethan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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

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Giulia W. · 1 week ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Giulia — check My eSIMs anytime. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma T. · 1 month ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Yes Emma, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Liam M. · 3 months ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

The clock starts on first use in-country, Liam, so buying early is totally fine. – Laura 💜

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Giulia S. · 3 months ago

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

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Giulia — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Sophie 💜

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Budi B. · 5 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Budi! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Ingrid

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Priya D. · 5 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

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

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Andre G. · 6 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Yes Andre, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Ingrid K. · 8 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Ingrid — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Ryan H. · 9 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Ryan, on 4G/5G where available. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia W. · 10 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, Olivia, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis F. · 1 year ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Yes Louis, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. — James

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Nadia L. · 1 year ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

David David GotoeSIM Support

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