Reuse it next trip
Already have eSIM BFF from another country? Just add a South Korea package — no new install.
eSIM for South Korea
🇰🇷 South Korea eSIM from NIO 180.32
Korea has some of the fastest mobile internet on earth. 5G in Seoul, Busan and most towns. You land connected on SK Telecom, KT, LG U+, then top up anytime on the same eSIM.
- LTE + 5G
- 30 days from first connection
- Hotspot included
- Tax included
Plans & prices
South Korea eSIM data plans — tax included
All South Korea plans run 30 days from the moment you first connect. Prices below are indicative until we open orders.
Most popular
5 GB
NIO 364.32
NIO 72.86 per GB · indicative
- 30 days
- Hotspot included
- Top up anytime
Indicative prices in USD, tax included when we sell. Data-only eSIM — your home number keeps working for calls and SMS.
Coverage in South Korea
Which networks does the South Korea eSIM use?
Your eSIM roams on SK Telecom, KT and LG U+ — your phone attaches to whichever is strongest where you stand, and switches automatically when you move. 5G is available in Seoul and other major cities where the carrier opens it to roaming profiles; elsewhere you get LTE.
Good to know before you go
- Korea has some of the fastest mobile internet on earth — 5G almost everywhere.
Top up at 0 GB
Our dashboard loads without data. Run out in Seoul and you can still buy more.
Family-friendly
Order several South Korea eSIMs at once. Each traveler scans their own QR code.
No app required
Install from email. Manage the South Korea package from the dashboard — it loads at 0 GB.
How to get online
Setting up your South Korea eSIM in three steps
- 01
Buy before you fly
Choose a plan above. The QR code and one-tap install link arrive by email within seconds.
- 02
Install on Wi-Fi
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM, then scan. Turn on Data Roaming for the new line. iPhone guide · Android guide
- 03
Land in South Korea
Switch the line on. Within a minute you see SK Telecom in the status bar and your 30 days begin.
FAQ
South Korea eSIM questions
How much does an eSIM for South Korea cost?
Plans for South Korea start at NIO 180.32 for 1 GB (30 days). The most popular option is 5 GB for NIO 364.32. All prices include tax and there is no activation fee.
Which networks does the South Korea eSIM connect to?
Your eSIM roams on SK Telecom, KT and LG U+ — the phone picks the strongest signal automatically. 5G is available where the carrier offers it to roaming profiles; otherwise you get LTE.
Do I need to install a new eSIM for South Korea if I already have eSIM BFF?
No. If you already installed eSIM BFF on a previous trip, just buy a South Korea package in your dashboard. It attaches to the eSIM you already have and works as soon as you land.
Does the South Korea eSIM include a phone number?
It is a data-only eSIM. Your normal number keeps working for calls and SMS through your home SIM, and apps like WhatsApp, FaceTime and Telegram work over the eSIM data. This keeps prices low and setup simple.
Can I use hotspot with the South Korea eSIM?
Yes. Tethering is included on every plan, so you can share your South Korea data with a laptop or a travel partner.
When should I buy my South Korea eSIM?
Buy it before you fly and install it on Wi-Fi at home. The 30-day validity only starts when your phone first connects to a network in South Korea, so buying early costs nothing.
Anything I should know about data in South Korea?
Korea has some of the fastest mobile internet on earth — 5G almost everywhere.
Nearby
All of Asia →Traveling on from South Korea?
Same eSIM. Just add a package for the next country.
🇯🇵Japan · 5 GBNIO 364.32🇹🇼Taiwan · 5 GBNIO 290.72🇦🇫Afghanistan · 5 GBNIO 695.52🇧🇩Bangladesh · 5 GBNIO 364.32
Visiting several countries? The Asia regional plan covers South Korea and its neighbors on one balance.
Guides
Read before you go
Land in South Korea with your BFF already on.
From NIO 180.32 (indicative). Same eSIM next trip.
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