Country planeSIM South Korea
- Local-operator 4G/5G mobile data
- QR code and eSIM profile right after payment
- Email support
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eSIM for South Korea: what to know
South Korea is one of the most connected countries in the world: SKT, KT and LG U+ provide 5G in Seoul, Busan and on Jeju, and 4G works even in the mountains and the metro. Yet it is harder than usual for a foreigner: Google Maps barely routes in Korea, and local services want a Korean number.
A travel eSIM covers the basics — data for Naver Map, Kakao T and a translator — from the moment you land at Incheon, with no phone-shop visit with a passport.
Plans connect to SKTelecom, LG Uplus on 4G/5G. The network is picked automatically, and Wi-Fi hotspot is allowed.
There are 33 plans: 100 MB to 50 GB of data, valid 7 days to 30 days, from €1.00. Per-day plans are available too — handy for short trips. The best price per gigabyte is the 50 GB / 30 days plan at €28.33.
Traffic exits to the internet via SG — keep this in mind for banking apps and geo-restricted services.
Install the profile before you travel, at home over Wi-Fi: validity starts the first time the eSIM joins a network at the destination, not at purchase.
Pay by international or Russian card, or in crypto. The eSIM QR code arrives by email within a couple of minutes — no account needed.
Tips for South Korea
- Install Naver Map or Kakao Map — Google Maps in Korea does not give walking or driving directions.
- Kakao T is the main taxi app; data is enough to hail a ride, a Korean number is not required for the basic flow.
- 3 GB covers a week; Korean services are data-heavy, so for active use take 5–10 GB.
How much data you need
As a guide: maps, messengers and social feeds use about 500 MB a day; add video and calls and it is 1 GB or more.
| Trip | Plan | Price |
|---|---|---|
3 days about 2 GB | 3 GB · 15 days | €2.83 |
7 days about 5 GB | 5 GB · 30 days | €4.50 |
14 days about 10 GB | 10 GB · 30 days | €7.83 |
30 days about 20 GB | 20 GB · 30 days | €13.67 |
eSIM for South Korea: questions
All eSIM questions →- Does Google Maps work in Korea?
- Only partly: it shows places and public transport but does not give walking or driving directions due to local restrictions on map data. Use Naver Map or Kakao Map.
- Is there signal on Jeju and in the Seoraksan mountains?
- On Jeju — everywhere, coast and Hallasan included. In Seoraksan and other national parks there is signal on the main trails and it weakens in the gorges.
- Which networks does the South Korea eSIM use?
- Plans connect to SKTelecom, LG Uplus. The network is selected automatically when the eSIM registers; nothing to switch by hand.
- Is 5G available on South Korea plans?
- Yes, plans support 4G/5G. Real-world speed depends on the operator's coverage where you are and on whether your phone supports 5G.
- How much does a South Korea eSIM cost?
- From €1.00 for a 100 MB plan. The best value per gigabyte is 50 GB for 30 days at €28.33. The price is fixed at checkout, with no fees on top.
- What IP address will the South Korea eSIM have?
- Traffic exits to the internet via SG, so websites see you as a visitor from there. That is normal for travel eSIMs, but keep it in mind for banking apps and geo-restricted services.
- Can I share the South Korea eSIM data as a hotspot?
- Yes, Wi-Fi hotspot (tethering) is allowed on every South Korea plan. Shared traffic comes out of the same allowance.
- When does the validity period start?
- The first time the eSIM joins a network at the destination, not at purchase. Install the profile in advance and switch it on when you land.
- How do I pay?
- By Mastercard issued anywhere, a Russian card, or crypto. Visa is accepted from Russian banks only. The QR code arrives by email within a couple of minutes.
Nearby destinations
All countries: Asia →
Thailandfrom €1.00
Turkeyfrom €1.00
Japanfrom €1.00
Indonesiafrom €1.00
Vietnamfrom €1.00
Malaysiafrom €1.00
Singaporefrom €1.00
Hong Kongfrom €1.00Bundles that include South Korea
Get eSIM in 3 simple steps
Pick a plan
A data bundle or a daily rate — prices and coverage come from the operator catalogue.
Pay
International or Russian card, or crypto. The email with your QR code arrives right after payment.
Switch on abroad
Validity starts with the first connection in your destination country.