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
Pablo S.
France · Jun 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.
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 💜
Olivia H.
Indonesia · Jun 2025
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
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Olivia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Omar
Hana G.
Poland · Jun 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So sorry to hear this, Hana. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Sophie
Arjun L.
Singapore · Jun 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Arjun! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. — David
Isabella B.
Singapore · Jun 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Isabella. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Sophie
Hana G.
United States · Jun 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
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 💜
Ravi F.
United Kingdom · Jun 2025
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
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
Anna H.
Sweden · Jun 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Anna. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Lea N.
Brazil · Jun 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Lea! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Arjun N.
Egypt · Jun 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless in South Korea. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.
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
Ava C.
Egypt · Jun 2025
Did the job without any drama. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.
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 💜
Sophia S.
Vietnam · Jun 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Sophia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
James S.
Spain · Jun 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
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
Sophia H.
France · Jun 2025
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
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! — Omar
Ava F.
Ireland · Jun 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Five stars from me.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Cheers, Ava! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. – 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