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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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Diego V.

Italy · Mar 2026

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 3 months ago

We're really sorry, Diego. That's not the experience we want for South Korea. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — David

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Linh V.

Thailand · Feb 2026

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Linh. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — David

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Katya G.

India · Feb 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 5 months ago

So sorry to hear this, Katya. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo F.

Ireland · Nov 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support · 8 months ago

We're really sorry, Ji-woo. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Diego 💜

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Mohammed D.

New Zealand · Aug 2025

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 11 months ago

We're really sorry, Mohammed. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Omar

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Emma G.

Japan · Jun 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Customer support answered my question quickly.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Emma. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Mark, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya M.

United States · Apr 2025

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Solid overall, just wish there was a bit more data for the price.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Priya. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – James, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia W.

Sweden · Apr 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Olivia. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Mark 💜

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Kenji M.

Italy · Mar 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Kenji. We'd love the chance to make this right. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Anna

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Omar T.

Japan · Mar 2025

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Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Omar. This isn't the standard we aim for. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Ken

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Haruto S.

India · Mar 2025

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Haruto. That's not the experience we want for South Korea. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Ava K.

Indonesia · Feb 2025

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Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Ava. We'd love the chance to make this right. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Yuki

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Hana N.

Poland · Feb 2025

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

Apologies for the trouble, Hana. That's not the experience we want for South Korea. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Ken

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Aisha V.

Australia · Dec 2024

✓ Verified

Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

We're really sorry, Aisha. That's not the experience we want for South Korea. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Max M.

Netherlands · Nov 2024

✓ Verified

Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 year ago

So sorry to hear this, Max. That's not the experience we want for South Korea. Please contact us at gotoesim.com/support and we'll sort it out. – Tom, 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. · 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 💜