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South Korea 5GB/Day · 5 GB/day · 1 days

View plan & buy — $6.24
4.5

15 reviews

5 ★ 60%
4 ★ 33%
3 ★ 7%
2 ★ 0%
1 ★ 0%

Coverage & networks

  • South Korea SKTelecom 5G LG Uplus 5G

Traveller reviews

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Thomas H.

Poland · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Telling my friends about this.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Thomas! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Wishing you many more connected adventures! – Laura 💜

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Camila C.

Switzerland · Jul 2026

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No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival in South Korea. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Really appreciate this, Camila! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Ravi C.

Indonesia · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Exactly what I needed for travelling. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Ravi! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Ken

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Camila G.

Switzerland · Jul 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. A must-have for international travel.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Camila! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support

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Ji-woo R.

Singapore · 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.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

So glad to hear this, Ji-woo! Love that you were online the moment you landed in South Korea. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Carlos D.

India · Jul 2026

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Did the job without any drama. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.

Ken Ken GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Cheers, Carlos! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. Come back anytime! – Ken, GotoeSIM Support

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Pablo T.

Thailand · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

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

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for the honest feedback, Pablo. 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. – Emma 💜

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Mateo T.

Egypt · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Bought it the night before my flight — smooth process. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.

David David GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you so much, Mateo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! — David, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia H.

Poland · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.

Tom Tom GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks for sharing, Olivia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support

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Sri H.

Malaysia · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Zero regrets.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thanks a lot, Sri! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar

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Anna G.

Switzerland · Jul 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Made staying connected effortless.

Anna Anna GotoeSIM Support · 1 month ago

Thank you for the kind words, Anna! So happy the South Korea eSIM kept you connected. — Anna, GotoeSIM Support

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Louis B.

United Kingdom · Jul 2026

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Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code. Customer support answered my question quickly. Exactly as described — no surprises.

Emma Emma GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks for sharing, Louis! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support

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Daniel S.

Egypt · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Zero regrets.

James James GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Thanks a lot, Daniel! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in South Korea. — James, GotoeSIM Support

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Haruto N.

Vietnam · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Used this on my trip and it worked perfectly in South Korea. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data. Highly recommend for any traveller.

Sophie Sophie GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Really appreciate this, Haruto! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sophie 💜

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Anna W.

Saudi Arabia · Jul 2026

✓ Verified

Did the job without any drama. Activation was automatic when I arrived in South Korea.

Sara Sara GotoeSIM Support · 2 months ago

Cheers, Anna! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Enjoy your journeys! – Sara, GotoeSIM Support

Frequently asked questions

How much does the South Korea eSIM cost?

The South Korea 5GB/Day plan costs $6.24 for 5 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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Elena S. · 1 month ago

Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

It works great on modern Samsung phones, Elena! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. — Omar

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Nguyen C. · 3 months ago

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

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

We recommend installing before you travel, Nguyen, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Diego

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Diego S. · 4 months ago

Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.

Laura Laura GotoeSIM Support

So glad it helped, Diego! We're always here if you need anything. – Laura 💜

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Priya T. · 4 months ago

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

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

Your QR code arrives instantly, Priya — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. — Mark

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Chloe P. · 4 months ago

Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Tethering is supported, Chloe! Feel free to hotspot to your other devices. — Grace, GotoeSIM Support

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Olivia P. · 6 months ago

Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?

Omar Omar GotoeSIM Support

Roaming is included in the plan, Olivia — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. – Omar 💜

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Sven H. · 6 months ago

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

Ingrid Ingrid GotoeSIM Support

Yes Sven, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support

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Kenji M. · 7 months ago

How do I check how much data I have left?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Your usage is tracked live in the app, Kenji — check My eSIMs anytime. — Priya

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Mohammed D. · 8 months ago

Does this work on an iPhone 13?

Priya Priya GotoeSIM Support

Absolutely, Mohammed! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Priya, GotoeSIM Support

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Priya P. · 8 months ago

Which networks does this connect to?

Diego Diego GotoeSIM Support

It connects to trusted local partner networks, Priya, on 4G/5G where available. – Diego 💜

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Budi P. · 9 months ago

Is 5G supported or just 4G?

Mark Mark GotoeSIM Support

5G is available where covered, Budi — you'll always get the best speed on offer. – Mark 💜

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Viktor C. · 1 year ago

Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?

Grace Grace GotoeSIM Support

Your number stays active for WhatsApp, Viktor! The eSIM just handles data. — Grace