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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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Sri L.

Sweden · Jan 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Sri! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo W.

Canada · Jan 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Activation was automatic when I arrived in South Korea. Telling my friends about this.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thank you so much, Ji-woo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun L.

Brazil · Jan 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Activation was automatic when I arrived in South Korea. A must-have for international travel.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Really appreciate this, Arjun! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Laura 💜

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Budi T.

United Kingdom · Jan 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in South Korea. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Thanks a lot, Budi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Anna 💜

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Aisha B.

Mexico · Jan 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Made staying connected effortless.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

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

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Kenji F.

South Korea · Jan 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. A must-have for international travel.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Really appreciate this, Kenji! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. – Mark 💜

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Isabella L.

Netherlands · Jan 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Cheers, Isabella! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Anna F.

United Kingdom · Dec 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless in South Korea. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

Really appreciate this, Anna! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Mark 💜

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Lucia G.

Malaysia · Dec 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Zero regrets.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 6 months ago

So glad to hear this, Lucia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – James 💜

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Kenji C.

United Kingdom · Dec 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Kenji! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. — Diego

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Hana K.

Germany · Dec 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you for the kind words, Hana! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Come back anytime! — Priya

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Katya K.

Italy · Dec 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

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

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Max W.

Mexico · Dec 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Customer support answered my question quickly. Great experience overall.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Max! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Enjoy your journeys! – Ingrid 💜

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Yuki F.

UAE · Dec 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Really appreciate this, Yuki! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. — Ingrid

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Beatriz D.

Portugal · Dec 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process in South Korea. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 7 months ago

Thanks a lot, Beatriz! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – David, GotoeSIM Support

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