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South Korea 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 3 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $3.96
4.5

620 reviews

5 ★ 66%
4 ★ 25%
3 ★ 6%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 1%

Coverage & networks

  • South Korea LG Uplus 5G SKTelecom 5G

Traveller reviews

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Andre T.

France · Sep 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Andre! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Come back anytime! — David

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Lucas K.

Germany · Sep 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Zero regrets.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Lucas! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Omar 💜

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Noah H.

Switzerland · Sep 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Appreciate you sharing this, Noah. 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. – Mark 💜

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Sofia S.

Turkey · Sep 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Come back anytime! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Emma L.

Australia · Sep 2025

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Emma! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Come back anytime! — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei L.

United States · Sep 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thank you so much, Wei! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Emma 💜

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Zoe W.

New Zealand · Sep 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in South Korea. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Would definitely buy again.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Cheers, Zoe! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Tom

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Aisha R.

Egypt · Sep 2025

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Aisha! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Lucas B.

Canada · Sep 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Lucas! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Grace

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Andre F.

Ireland · Sep 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks a lot, Andre! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Arjun F.

United Kingdom · Sep 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more. Would definitely buy again.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Really appreciate this, Arjun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Anna 💜

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Haruto G.

Netherlands · Sep 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

So glad to hear this, Haruto! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Grace

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Hugo C.

Philippines · Sep 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in South Korea. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Hugo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace N.

New Zealand · Aug 2025

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Connected the moment I landed in South Korea. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 10 months ago

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

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Chloe T.

Netherlands · Aug 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

Thanks a lot, Chloe! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the South Korea eSIM cost?

The South Korea 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps plan costs $3.96 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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Ryan M. · 1 month ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support

Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Ryan — not at purchase. – Ken 💜

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Pablo G. · 1 month ago

Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Pablo — it switches on when you land. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Aisha F. · 1 month ago

How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Aisha! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Yuki

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Ava L. · 3 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support

Yes Ava, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Yuki H. · 4 months ago

Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Yuki! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Wei P. · 4 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Wei. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Ethan S. · 7 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Ethan, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Emma 💜

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Ananya T. · 11 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Ananya — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya N. · 11 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Priya! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Sophie

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Yuki M. · 11 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Yes Yuki, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Marco H. · 1 year ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

David David GotoeSIM Support

Yes Marco, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – David 💜

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Ravi D. · 1 year ago

Can I use it in nearby countries too?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

This plan covers its listed destination, Ravi — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Diego 💜