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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
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Save up to 90% on roaming
High-speed 4G/5G connection5G
Keep your WhatsApp and number
Choose your plan
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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.
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
- Guaranteed refund if it does not work
NetworkTop local carrier
Speed4G / 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
Risk-free purchase
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.
Your next destination
South Korea
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of South Korea without hunting for WiFi or overpaying.
The PuraSim difference
Travel connected, without the hassle
Connected or we help you
Coverage in 218 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.
Choose your plan
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 | €0,51 |
| South Korea · 500 MB | 7 days | €1,28 |
| South Korea · 1 GB | 7 days | €2,99 |
| South Korea · 3 GB | 30 days | €5,56 |
| South Korea · 3 GB | 15 days | €5,56 |
| South Korea · 5 GB | 30 days | €8,13 |
| South Korea · 10 GB | 30 days | €12,83 |
| South Korea · 20 GB | 30 days | €21,40 |
| South Korea · 50 GB | 30 days | €41,09 |
Before you buy
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:
Installation
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.
The difference
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).
With PuraSim
Everything that You don't lose
✕ Roaming in South Korea: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €0,51
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.
Your next destination
Connect in 218 destinations
One store for all your trips. Pick your country and leave the plane already connected.
Performance
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
FAQ
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.
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More about the South Korea eSIM
eSIM for South Korea: internet without roaming
Traveling to South Korea with an eSIM gives you mobile data the moment you land, without hunting for a shop or swapping SIM cards. Our South Korea eSIM connects to the local networks with the widest coverage, SK Telecom, KT and LG U+, which offer 4G and 5G across practically the whole country. You download the plan before you leave, activate it on 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 the smart choice
South Korea is not part of the European Union, so the "roam like at home" rate does not apply. With your home carrier, roaming in South Korea can cost between €10 and €15 a day, or charge you per megabyte at very high prices. A South Korea eSIM removes that risk: you pay a fixed price for the data you need and keep your spending under control from day one. On a one- or two-week trip, the savings over traditional roaming are obvious.
How much does a South Korea eSIM cost?
Plans start from €3.95 and go up depending on the gigabytes and the days. As a guide, for a short trip with maps, messaging and a bit of social media, 1 GB per 2 or 3 days is usually enough. If you're going to stream video, upload photos or share your connection, count on 1 to 2 GB a day. You can compare all the options and pick the one that best fits your route at all destinations. No contracts and no hidden fees: you pay once and you're done.
eSIM or SIM card in South Korea
A South Korean SIM card means buying it at Incheon airport or in a shop, queuing and taking out your home SIM. The eSIM is digital: you install it in minutes, keep your own number for WhatsApp and calls, and keep your physical SIM inside your phone. On top of that, you can 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 SK Telecom, KT and LG U+ networks, which cover the big cities as well as rural and mountain areas. You'll have a stable connection in Seoul, at the port of Busan, on arrival at Incheon airport, on the island of Jeju or traveling through Daegu and Gyeongju. The metro, the KTX trains and the cafés have a good signal, so you'll be able to use maps, translators and bookings without dropouts.
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 switch on the data when you land in Korea. You don't need any tools or technical know-how: in a couple of minutes you're connected. If you have questions about compatibility or the steps, check our eSIM guide, where we explain the whole process step by step.
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