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
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
Mateo B.
Germany · May 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Mateo. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Mohammed G.
Philippines · Apr 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
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
Fatima M.
Turkey · Apr 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.
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
Mohammed T.
Turkey · Apr 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Mohammed. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Mark
Sofia F.
Japan · Mar 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Sofia. 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. – Laura 💜
Zoe W.
Philippines · Mar 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Zoe. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Laura
Diego T.
Mexico · Mar 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Diego. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – James 💜
Hugo L.
Germany · Jan 2025
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Hugo. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Linh D.
Japan · Jan 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for taking the time, Linh. 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. – David 💜
Diego R.
UAE · Jan 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Diego. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Diego 💜
Chloe M.
Switzerland · Dec 2024
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Chloe. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Pablo C.
Indonesia · Dec 2024
Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Pablo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South Korea. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Omar
Marco R.
Netherlands · Dec 2024
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Marco. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Diego M.
Australia · Oct 2024
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Appreciate you sharing this, Diego. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — David
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