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South Korea 500MB 7Days · 500 MB · 7 days

View plan & buy — $0.64
4.6

40 reviews

5 ★ 68%
4 ★ 28%
3 ★ 3%
2 ★ 3%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • South Korea SKTelecom 5G LG Uplus 5G

Traveller reviews

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Marco B.

United Kingdom · Jul 2026

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Exactly what I needed for travelling. Coverage was strong even outside the city. A must-have for international travel.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Marco! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – David 💜

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Nadia T.

Portugal · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Telling my friends about this.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Nadia! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. — Tom

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Budi P.

Italy · Jul 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Great experience overall.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Budi! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo H.

Singapore · Jul 2026

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Great value compared to roaming charges. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Pablo! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! — Mark

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Katya R.

New Zealand · Jul 2026

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Connected the moment I landed in South Korea. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Katya! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Giulia G.

United Kingdom · Jul 2026

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First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Giulia! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support

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Sven N.

Vietnam · Jul 2026

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Super easy to set up before I flew out. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Sven! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Grace M.

Germany · Jul 2026

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

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Grace! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Laura

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Min-jun R.

Spain · Jul 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Min-jun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. – Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Beatriz C.

Netherlands · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in South Korea. Coverage was strong even outside the city. Would definitely buy again.

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Beatriz! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia L.

Switzerland · Jul 2026

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Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Exactly as described — no surprises.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thank you so much, Olivia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — James

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Marco P.

United Kingdom · Jul 2026

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Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Five stars from me.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Marco! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support

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Nguyen V.

Canada · Jul 2026

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Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Made staying connected effortless.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

So glad to hear this, Nguyen! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Linh M.

Philippines · Jul 2026

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Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. The QR code arrived instantly by email.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Linh! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. – Sophie, GotoeSIM Support

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Budi S.

Thailand · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

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

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Budi! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. — James

Frequently asked questions

How much does the South Korea eSIM cost?

The South Korea 500MB 7Days plan costs $0.64 for 500 MB over 7 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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Sophia B. · 1 month ago

Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

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

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Giulia C. · 3 months ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

James James GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Giulia! The eSIM just handles data. – James 💜

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Daniel D. · 4 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support

Yes Daniel, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. – Sophie 💜

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Ryan W. · 4 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Yuki Yuki GotoeSIM Support

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

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Louis K. · 7 months ago

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

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

It's immediate, Louis! The QR code is delivered the moment your payment goes through. – Priya 💜

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Nadia V. · 8 months ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Yes Nadia, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo D. · 8 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Ji-woo — check My eSIMs anytime. – Anna 💜

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Sven R. · 9 months ago

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

Topping up is easy, Sven! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – Diego 💜

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Emma L. · 10 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support

No surprise fees, Emma! Roaming is part of the plan and never billed separately. — Sara

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Yuki K. · 10 months ago

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

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Install on Wi-Fi before you fly, Yuki — it switches on when you land. — Grace

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Wei F. · 11 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Wei, on 4G/5G where available. — Omar

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Andre S. · 1 year ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Thanks Andre, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. — Mark