South Korea eSIM — reviews & details
South Korea 3GB/Day FUP1Mbps · 3 GB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- South Korea LG U+ 5G SKTelecom 5G
Traveller reviews
Budi S.
Spain · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 days ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Budi. 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. — David
Arjun B.
Poland · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Arjun. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Sara 💜
Sarah P.
Poland · Jul 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
David
GotoeSIM Support
· 2 weeks ago Appreciate you sharing this, Sarah. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — David, GotoeSIM Support
Thomas C.
Germany · Apr 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Thomas. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Nguyen B.
Netherlands · Apr 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 3 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Nguyen. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Sophie
Ryan R.
Indonesia · Feb 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Ryan. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Tom
Katya F.
Brazil · Jan 2026
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 6 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Katya. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Laura 💜
Andre B.
Spain · Dec 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Diego
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thank you for taking the time, Andre. 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. — Diego, GotoeSIM Support
Kenji C.
United States · Dec 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Kenji. Good to hear it did the job, and we're working to make it even better. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Linh V.
Italy · Dec 2025
Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Linh. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across South Korea. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Laura
Louis T.
Italy · Dec 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Louis. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Hugo M.
Portugal · Dec 2025
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Hugo. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Budi H.
South Korea · Dec 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 7 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Budi. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Anna
Mei D.
Canada · Nov 2025
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Mei. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah M.
Saudi Arabia · Oct 2025
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Ken
GotoeSIM Support
· 8 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Sarah. Glad it mostly worked for you in South Korea — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – 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
Ryan M. · 3 weeks ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Ryan — not at purchase. – Ken 💜
Pablo G. · 1 month ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Pablo — it switches on when you land. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha F. · 1 month ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
It's immediate, Aisha! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. — Yuki
Ava L. · 3 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes Ava, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Yuki H. · 4 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Yuki! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support
Wei P. · 4 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Wei. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Ethan S. · 6 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Ethan, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Emma 💜
Ananya T. · 11 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Ananya — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Priya N. · 11 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Priya! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. — Sophie
Yuki M. · 11 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Yuki, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Marco H. · 1 year ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Marco, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – David 💜
Ravi D. · 1 year ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Ravi — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Diego 💜