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
Andre B.
Switzerland · Dec 2024
Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Great experience overall.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Andre! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Sven R.
Turkey · Dec 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in South Korea. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Sven! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Laura
Mohammed N.
Philippines · Dec 2024
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Mohammed! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Omar N.
Canada · Dec 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Omar! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. – Sophie 💜
Emma P.
Netherlands · Dec 2024
Did the job without any drama. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Emma! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid S.
Brazil · Dec 2024
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in South Korea. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ingrid! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Come back anytime! – Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Camila T.
Australia · Dec 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Sofia F.
Egypt · Dec 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Sofia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – David 💜
Zoe H.
Germany · Dec 2024
Exactly what I needed for travelling. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Zoe! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Mark 💜
Ryan H.
United Kingdom · Dec 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in South Korea. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Ryan! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan P.
Malaysia · Dec 2024
Great value compared to roaming charges. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Ethan! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Sophie 💜
Elena K.
Netherlands · Nov 2024
Super easy to set up before I flew out in South Korea. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Elena! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Grace 💜
Anna V.
UAE · Nov 2024
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Customer support answered my question quickly.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Anna! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Diego S.
Portugal · Nov 2024
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Diego! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid S.
UAE · Nov 2024
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. A must-have for international travel.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Ingrid! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Ingrid 💜
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