Pay once and you're done
No surprise bills when you get back. Pick your GB and days, pay a fixed price and browse worry-free. If you don't use it, we refund you.
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eSIM South Korea
4.8/5Instant delivery in 1 minute
Save up to 90% on roaming
High-speed 4G/5G connection5G
Keep your WhatsApp and number
Choose your plan
100% secure payment
Refund 180 days if unactivated
Instant delivery
Unlimited data with a fair-use policy (FUP): full speed up to a daily allowance, then the pace slows for the rest of the day. No cut-offs, no extra charges. Fair use: Light 1 GB/day and Ultra 2 GB/day at full speed; after that, 512 Kbps until the daily reset.
Coverage in South Korea- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in South Korea
- Activates on arrival, not when you buy
- Keep your number, WhatsApp and iMessage
- Refund if we can't get it working
NetworkTop local carrier
Speed3G / 4G / 5G
HotspotYes
ServiceData only
ActivationOn first data use
CompatibilityiPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+ (500+ models)
InstallationQR code by email
FormatDigital eSIM (no physical SIM)
EIDDial *#06# to check it
UsageData only (your number still works for calls)
eSIM South Korea gives you internet in South Korea without roaming the moment you land. Arrive in Seoul or Busan and connect in seconds: scan the QR you receive by email in about 1 minute, without changing your physical SIM or paying surcharges. Perfect for Maps, WhatsApp, translating menus or running a hotspot.
You browse on SK Telecom and LG U+ local networks with 4G/5G coverage across the country. Choose the GB and days you need and pay only for that; keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and share data via hotspot with whoever travels with you.
What's included
- 4G/5G mobile data in South Korea, depending on local coverage
- Hotspot included to share internet with those travelling with you
- Your usual number stays active: WhatsApp, incoming calls and iMessage without interruptions
- Activation QR in your email in under 1 minute
- Top up your data without buying another eSIM
- Money-back guarantee if the eSIM doesn't work
Before you buy
- Data only: it doesn't include traditional calls or SMS (VoIP apps do work)
- Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked. Check your device here
- Install the profile before you leave: you have 180 days from purchase to do it
Specifications
- Speed: 4G/5G depending on local coverage
- Networks: KR - LG U+ 5G, KR - SKTelecom 5G
- Top-up: Yes
- Hotspot: Yes
- Calls / SMS: Not included (VoIP apps only)
- Pre-activation window: 180 days from purchase
The (almost) 5-star eSIM
The eSIM was very easy to install and, once I reached my destination, I had a connection from the very first moment without having to worry about roaming.
Activation was quick and simple, and I had a connection the whole time with no hassle. Coverage and speed were very good.
I went on a trip around Latin America and had coverage everywhere, at a very good price. Highly recommended 💪🏼
Did you change your plans? We've got you covered
If you don't end up traveling, you have a money-back guarantee. And if something doesn't work at your destination, our human support helps you 24/7 until you're connected. No fine print, no complications.
South Korea
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of South Korea without hunting for WiFi or overpaying.
Travel connected, without the hassle
Connected or we help you
Coverage in more than 200 destinations on top-tier local networks, even outside big cities. And if something fails, human support 24/7 until you're online.
If you can take a photo, you can activate it
No paperwork or SIM cards. You get a QR, scan it and the eSIM installs itself. Your number and WhatsApp stay exactly the same.
eSIM plans for South Korea
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across South Korea.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea · 100 MB | 7 days | €1,32 |
| South Korea · 500 MB | 7 days | €1,32 |
| South Korea · 1 GB | 7 days | €3,10 |
| South Korea · 3 GB | 30 days | €5,76 |
| South Korea · 3 GB | 15 days | €5,76 |
| South Korea · 5 GB | 30 days | €8,43 |
| South Korea · 10 GB | 30 days | €15,09 |
| South Korea · 20 GB | 30 days | €23,52 |
| South Korea · 50 GB | 30 days | €42,62 |
Is your phone compatible?
Almost every phone since 2018 supports eSIM. Check it in 10 seconds — we show you step by step. Swipe →
Dial *#06#
Open the phone dialer and enter *#06#, just like a call. No need to press call.
Look for the EID
If a 32-digit EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM. Good news!
Ready to travel!
Just add your South Korea plan. Activate it with a QR and land with internet.
Prefer to check by brand and model? Pick it here:
Activate your eSIM in minutes
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel. It uses no plan data.
2Settings → Cellular
Tap "Add eSIM" → "Use QR Code".
3Scan the QR
The one in your email. The eSIM installs itself.
4Activate on arrival
At your destination, turn on "Data Roaming" for PuraSIM.
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel.
2Settings → Connections → SIM
Tap "Add eSIM" or "Add mobile plan".
3Scan the QR
Confirm the profile download.
4Turn on data
Select PuraSIM and enable roaming.
vs. the old way
Compared to roaming, an airport local SIM or hotel WiFi, the PuraSIM eSIM for South Korea is the simplest and cheapest way to get internet abroad.
Roaming
Unlimited daily data
No surprise bills
Online the moment you land
Data coverage across the country
Keep your number and WhatsApp
Human support on WhatsApp
4G/5G speed, no throttling
Daily plans: full-speed data up to the daily cap; after that, reduced speed (fair use).
Everything that You don't lose
✕ Roaming in South Korea: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €1,32
Don't lose moneyFixed price before you leave, no surprises on your bill when you return.
Don't lose connectionHigh-speed internet as soon as you land, no need to search for WiFi.
Don't lose your numberYour SIM stays in: WhatsApp and your usual calls, active.
Don't lose timeNo queues or paperwork to buy a SIM at the airport.
Don't lose coverageConnect to top-tier local networks, not second-rate signals.
Don't lose your coolNo commitment, no small print, and a money-back guarantee.
Connect in 200+ destinations
One store for all your trips. Pick your country and leave the plane already connected.
Works with all your apps
Fast, stable connection on top-tier local networks. Peak performance in the apps you use every day.
Real connection speed5G
WhatsApp
Instagram
TikTok
Maps
YouTube
Spotify
Netflix
GmailBooking
Uber
Airbnb
Book, get around and browse at your destination with data from minute one — no hotel wifi or local SIMs needed.
- Stream Netflix & YouTube with no buffering
- Post stories and video-call instantly
- Google Maps always ready so you never get lost
Everything clear about your eSIM
To travel to South Korea, the best eSIM gives you full-speed data on the best local networks, with no roaming and real support. The PuraSIM eSIM activates with a QR in 1 minute, keeps your number and WhatsApp and covers all of South Korea from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSIM eSIMs for South Korea have plans by data and by days, so you only pay for what you need. No contracts, no lock-in: pick your plan, pay once and get data across South Korea. See the available plans above. It is much cheaper than your carrier roaming.
Yes, by a lot. Traditional roaming can add €50-60 to your bill on a single trip in Europe. With a PuraSIM eSIM you pay a fixed price for your South Korea data, with no surprises or hidden charges, and you know exactly what you will spend before leaving home.
Yes, if your phone supports eSIM (almost all since 2018: iPhone XR/XS and later, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3+ and many more). Dial *#06# on the dialer: if an EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM and you can use PuraSIM in South Korea without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in South Korea with 4G/5G coverage in major cities and most tourist areas. You get full-speed internet for maps, social media, videos and video calls throughout the trip, from landing until you return home.
Connect to WiFi, open Settings, then Cellular, Add eSIM and scan the QR you receive by email. It takes under a minute and you can set it up before leaving home. In South Korea you just turn on the eSIM data roaming and you are connected instantly.
An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone, with no physical card. You buy your data plan for South Korea, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in South Korea as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in South Korea, not from purchase. So you can install the eSIM calmly before travelling and it only activates when you arrive and connect.
Yes. Your usual SIM or eSIM stays active for your calls, SMS and your regular WhatsApp. The PuraSIM eSIM is added separately for data only, so you do not lose your number or your chats.
Yes, all our South Korea plans include hotspot to share internet. You can connect your laptop, tablet or a travel companion phone to your hotspot at no extra cost.
You can buy another South Korea plan from the site in seconds, with no eSIM change or waiting. We also alert you when you are low on data so you never lose connection mid-trip.
The plan is data only, designed to give you internet in South Korea. You can still call and message at no extra cost via WhatsApp, FaceTime or Telegram using your eSIM data.
You have a money-back guarantee and 24/7 support. If something fails, our team helps until you are connected or refunds you. Write to us and we solve it right away.
More about the South Korea eSIM
eSIM for South Korea: internet without roaming
Traveling to South Korea with an eSIM gives you mobile data as soon as you land, without searching for a store or swapping your card. Our eSIM connects to the local networks with the widest coverage, SK Telecom, KT and LG U+, which offer 4G and 5G across virtually the entire country. You download the plan before you leave, activate it upon arrival, and browse in Seoul, Busan, or Jeju just like at home. It's the most convenient way to have internet in South Korea with no surprises on your bill.
Roaming in South Korea: why an eSIM is best for you
South Korea is not part of the European Union, so the "roam like at home" plan does not apply. With your carrier, roaming in South Korea can cost between 10 and 15 EUR a day, or charge you per megabyte at very high rates. A South Korea eSIM eliminates that risk: you pay a fixed price for the data you need and control your spending from day one. The savings on a one- or two-week trip are obvious compared to traditional roaming.
What does a South Korea eSIM cost?
Prices depend on the gigabytes and days. As a guide, for a short trip with maps, messaging, and some social media, 1 GB every 2 or 3 days is usually enough. If you plan on watching video, uploading photos, or sharing your connection, budget between 1 and 2 GB per day. You can compare all options and choose the one that best fits your itinerary on all destinations. No contract and no hidden fees: you pay once and you're done.
eSIM or physical SIM in South Korea
A South Korea physical SIM forces you to buy it at Incheon Airport or a store, wait in line, and remove your regular SIM. The eSIM is digital: you install it in minutes, keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and store your physical SIM inside your phone. You can even have it ready before you fly. For mobile data in South Korea, the eSIM wins on convenience and speed.
Does the eSIM work in Seoul, Busan, Incheon, and Jeju?
Yes. Our eSIM uses the networks of SK Telecom, KT and LG U+, which cover the major cities as well as rural and mountain areas. You'll have a stable connection in Seoul, at Busan port, upon arrival at Incheon Airport, on Jeju Island, or while traveling through Daegu and Gyeongju. The subway, KTX trains, and coffee shops all have good signal, so you'll be able to use maps, translators, and reservations without interruptions.
How do you activate the South Korea eSIM?
When you buy, you receive a QR code by email. You scan it from your phone's settings, install the plan, and activate data once you land in South Korea. No tools or technical know-how needed: you'll be connected in a couple of minutes. If you have any questions about compatibility or steps, check our eSIM guide, where we explain the full process step by step.
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