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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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Budi S.

Spain · Jul 2026

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

David 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

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Arjun B.

Poland · Jul 2026

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

Sara 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 💜

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Sarah P.

Poland · Jul 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.

David 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

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Thomas C.

Germany · Apr 2026

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

Priya 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

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Nguyen B.

Netherlands · Apr 2026

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

Sophie 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

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Ryan R.

Indonesia · Feb 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple.

Tom 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

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Katya F.

Brazil · Jan 2026

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Decent speeds, though slower than I expected in a few spots. Topping up was straightforward when I needed more.

Laura 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 💜

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Andre B.

Spain · Dec 2025

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

Diego 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

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Kenji C.

United States · Dec 2025

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

Grace 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

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Linh V.

Italy · Dec 2025

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

Laura 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

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Louis T.

Italy · Dec 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Sara 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

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Hugo M.

Portugal · Dec 2025

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

Yuki 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

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Budi H.

South Korea · Dec 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Anna 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

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Mei D.

Canada · Nov 2025

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

Priya 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

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Sarah M.

Saudi Arabia · Oct 2025

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Install took me two tries but was fine after that.

Ken 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

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Ryan M. · 3 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 💜