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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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Sophia W.

Japan · May 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Come back anytime! – Priya 💜

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Budi L.

France · May 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Budi! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Sophie 💜

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Olivia P.

Turkey · Apr 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in South Korea. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Olivia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid 💜

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Zoe V.

Netherlands · Apr 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Zoe! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed V.

Italy · Apr 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Five stars from me.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Mohammed! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Tom

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Beatriz F.

Singapore · Apr 2025

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Beatriz! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Anna

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Mohammed G.

Philippines · Apr 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Mohammed. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima M.

Turkey · Apr 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for taking the time, Fatima. 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. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella F.

France · Apr 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Isabella! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki B.

Mexico · Apr 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you so much, Yuki! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Enjoy your journeys! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun M.

Italy · Apr 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Arjun! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. – Anna 💜

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Max F.

Saudi Arabia · Apr 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Max! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid

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Nadia B.

New Zealand · Apr 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Nadia! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Isabella M.

Singapore · Apr 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Zero regrets.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Isabella! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz B.

Spain · Apr 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday in South Korea. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. A must-have for international travel.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Beatriz! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – 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

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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