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Carrier SIMs and eSIMs come with a Korean 010 number for incoming calls and texts — but LG U+ notes a tourist line can't be used for bank or government identity verification. Global eSIMs are data-only.

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SKT

SKT LTE eSIM (Data, Call, SMS)

7 days · Unlimited data · incoming-only voice

₩35,000

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Pros

+ Unlimited LTE data
+ Free incoming calls and texts in Korea
+ Buy online or at an airport roaming center

Cons

− Outgoing calls/texts only after you add credit
− Foreign passport holders only

MVNO

Chingu Mobile BASIC [C] (3 Mbps)

60 days · Unlimited data · unlimited voice

₩40,000

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Pros

+ Unlimited calls
+ Unlimited data at 3 Mbps
+ USIM or eSIM (Samsung and iPhone)

Cons

− No hotspot on this plan
− A passport-registered number can't do online identity verification until it is linked to an ARC

SKT

SKT LTE eSIM (Data, Call, SMS)

30 days · Unlimited data · incoming-only voice

₩71,500

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Pros

+ Unlimited LTE data
+ Free incoming calls and texts in Korea
+ Longer plans up to 90 days

Cons

− Outgoing calls/texts only after you add credit
− Foreign passport holders only

Global

Airalo eSIM — South Korea Unlimited

7 days · Unlimited data · no voice

US$29.00

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Pros

+ Install before you land
+ Unlimited data

Cons

− Data only — no calls, texts or Korean number

Global

Holafly eSIM — South Korea Unlimited

15 days · Unlimited data · no voice

US$50.50

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Pros

+ Unlimited data
+ Hotspot sharing up to 1 GB a day

Cons

− Data only — no calls, texts or Korean number

Prices as listed on each seller's official page on 25 Sep 2026 — check the seller before you buy.