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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 U+ 5G SKTelecom 5G

Traveller reviews

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Lucas P.

Portugal · May 2025

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived in South Korea. A must-have for international travel.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Cheers, Lucas! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – David 💜

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Wei K.

Canada · Apr 2025

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So glad to hear this, Wei! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Sophia F.

Indonesia · Apr 2025

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Connected the moment I landed. Customer support answered my question quickly. Telling my friends about this.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks a lot, Sophia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support

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Somchai G.

Canada · Apr 2025

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Did the job without any drama. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Somchai! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. We're here whenever you travel again. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support

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Viktor L.

Brazil · Apr 2025

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Viktor! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Come back anytime! – Ken 💜

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Giulia W.

South Korea · Apr 2025

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

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Giulia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. – Omar 💜

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Kenji D.

Egypt · Apr 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Customer support answered my question quickly. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Kenji! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Mei D.

Singapore · Apr 2025

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Really appreciate this, Mei! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Fatima W.

Thailand · Apr 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Fatima! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Mohammed B.

Thailand · Apr 2025

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Did the job without any drama. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Would definitely buy again.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

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

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Sven F.

Italy · Apr 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Sven! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel P.

Brazil · Apr 2025

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Daniel! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Lea R.

Netherlands · Apr 2025

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Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Lea! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. We're here whenever you travel again. — Yuki

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Ji-woo G.

Mexico · Apr 2025

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Super easy to set up before I flew out in South Korea. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing, Ji-woo! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Camila N.

Australia · Apr 2025

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Coverage was strong even outside the city.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Thank you for the kind words, Camila! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Mark 💜

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. · 4 weeks 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. · 6 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 💜