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 L.
Australia · Oct 2025
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago Thanks for sharing, Pablo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan M.
Brazil · Sep 2025
Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. The QR code arrived instantly by email.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 9 months ago So glad to hear this, Ethan! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha F.
Egypt · Sep 2025
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Activation was automatic when I arrived. A must-have for international travel.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thanks for sharing, Aisha! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. — Ken, GotoeSIM Support
Max L.
United States · Sep 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Five stars from me.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Cheers, Max! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — David, GotoeSIM Support
Max B.
Switzerland · Sep 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Max! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid
Sophia C.
Spain · Sep 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport in South Korea. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 10 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Sophia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Sri T.
Netherlands · Aug 2025
Connected the moment I landed. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Made staying connected effortless.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Sri! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – Anna 💜
James C.
France · Aug 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thank you for the kind words, James! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Come back anytime! — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Lea F.
Thailand · Aug 2025
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Telling my friends about this.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Lea! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! – Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo G.
UAE · Aug 2025
Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Zero regrets.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 11 months ago Thank you so much, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Marco T.
United States · Jul 2025
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Highly recommend for any traveller.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Really appreciate this, Marco! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Come back anytime! — Mark
Mei D.
Sweden · Jul 2025
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. 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, Mei! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. – David 💜
Diego P.
Sweden · Jul 2025
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you for the kind words, Diego! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. — Priya
Aisha N.
France · Jul 2025
Exactly what I needed for travelling in South Korea. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago So glad to hear this, Aisha! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Fatima F.
Vietnam · Jul 2025
Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 year ago Thank you so much, Fatima! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace
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