🎁 Partnership Discounts for Korea SIM/eSIM Customers

Y CONNECT KOREA SIM/eSIM customer partnership discount benefits

Y CONNECT KOREA customers
who purchase a Korea SIM/eSIM
can enjoy various partnership discounts in Korea.
Enjoy special benefits at Everland, Lotte World,
aquariums, AREX, duty-free shops,
airport restaurants, and more!

📅 Benefit Period
April 1, 2025 – November 30, 2026

🎟️ How to Use Partnership Discounts
After your order is completed,
we will send you an email
with a link to the discount benefits.

After arriving in Korea,
complete the purchase verification
and show the discount coupon screen
to the staff at the participating location.

※ Cannot be combined with other discounts or promotions.
※ Partners and benefits are subject to change or termination.

📍 Seoul & Capital Area

● Everland
30% off a 1-Day Pass purchased on-site
● Lotte World Adventure
20% off admission
● Caribbean Bay
30% off a 1-Day Pass purchased on-site
● SEA LIFE COEX Aquarium
30% off admission
● Seoul City Tour Bus
10% / 5% off the Downtown Palace Namsan Course
● Daiso
Daiso gift certificate provided
● AREX Airport Express
₩1,000 off the Express Train (₩13,000 → ₩12,000)

📍 Busan

● Songdo Cable Car
₩2,000 off per person (up to 4 people)
● Busan City Tour Bus
Discount on City Tour Circular Route tickets
● BUSAN X the SKY
25% off admission
● Lotte World Adventure Busan
30% off admission
● Busan Tower
20% off admission (up to 3 people)
● PLE:EATING JOYFUL FOOD PLAZA
10% off meals (excluding beverages)

📍 Incheon Airport Terminal 1 (T1)

● PLE:EATING 3F
10% off meals (excluding beverages)
● PLE:EATING 1F
10% off meals (excluding beverages)
● KBOOKS
10% off books & souvenirs
● City Duty Free
₩30,000 voucher for visiting / discount coupons for 4 items
● Kyungbokkung Duty Free 3F
Free Squid Game keyring with purchase
$9 off purchases of $50 or more
● Kyungbokkung Duty Free 1F
Free sheet mask with purchase
$5 off purchases of $50 or more
● AREX Airport Express
₩1,000 off the Express Train (₩13,000 → ₩12,000)

📍 Incheon Airport Terminal 2 (T2)

● PLE:EATING
10% off meals (excluding beverages)
● KBOOKS
10% off books & souvenirs
● Kyungbokkung Duty Free 3F
Free Squid Game keyring with purchase
$9 off purchases of $50 or more
● City Duty Free|
₩30,000 voucher for visiting / discount coupons for 4 items
● Kyungbokkung Duty Free 1F
Free sheet mask with purchase
$5 off purchases of $50 or more
● AREX Airport Express
₩1,000 off the Express Train (₩13,000 → ₩12,000)

📍 Jeju Airport

● PLE:EATING 2F
10% off meals (excluding beverages)
● PLE:EATING 4F
10% off meals (excluding beverages)
● ASIANCOOK
10% off meals (excluding beverages)

📍 Gimhae Airport

● HYOJA GOMTANG
10% off meals (excluding beverages)
● PLE:EATING – Domestic Terminal
10% off meals (excluding beverages)
● PLE:EATING – International Terminal
10% off meals (excluding beverages)
● ADELA 7
10% off prepared beverages
● Heineken
Buy 2 draft beers and get 1 free (Heineken only)
● Kyungbokkung Duty Free 1F
Free toothbrush & toothpaste set
with purchase / $5 off
● Kyungbokkung Duty Free 2F
$10 off purchases of $80 or more

📍 Gimpo Airport

● PLE:EATING
10% off meals (excluding beverages)

🔓 Why Does Your Phone Need to Be Unlocked to Use a Korean SIM/eSIM?

Phone unlock guide for using a Korean SIM or eSIM

Many people preparing for a trip to Korea ask,
“What does Unlock mean?”

What does phone unlocking mean?

Phone unlocking means
removing the restriction
that allows your phone to work
only with one mobile carrier,
so it can be used
with other carriers as well.

When can a phone be Locked?

If you purchased a new phone

through an installment plan

or a carrier promotion,

your phone may remain Locked

for a certain period.

What happens if my phone is Locked?

If your phone is Locked,
a Korean SIM or eSIM
will not work properly,
even after you arrive in Korea.

When should I check the unlock status?

Before placing your order,

you must make sure

your phone is Unlocked.

How can I check if my phone is Unlocked?

You can check directly
with your current mobile carrier
or phone manufacturer.

Or visit the Y CONNECT KOREA website
for phone-specific unlock instructions.


▶ Check If My Phone Is Unlocked ▶▶▶


📌 One More Tip for Your Trip to Korea!

During your trip to Korea,
Stay connected anytime, anywhere
Use Korean map apps and watch videos freely
Receive reservation and verification text messages
Enjoy fast mobile data speeds
And get online immediately upon arrival in Korea

▶▶▶ Prepare Your Unlimited Data SIM Card

📱 Y CONNECT KOREA SIM Card

✔ Truly unlimited data with no daily usage limit
✔ SK Telecom LTE speeds up to 100 Mbps
✔ Korean 010 phone number included
(with 5 minutes of free outgoing calls)

✈️ If your trip to Korea is confirmed,

Get your Korea SIM card ready today.

📱 Lock message while installing an eSIM?

Android eSIM installation carrier lock resolution case

Here is a real case
from an Android customer
who solved a carrier lock issue
during eSIM installation.

If your phone is locked
to a specific carrier,
an eSIM from another carrier
cannot be installed.

However, if there are no issues
such as unpaid device payments
or contract restrictions,
your carrier may be able to unlock the phone.

① Add eSIM

② Check the carrier lock message

③ Contact your current carrier

④ Reinstall the eSIM after unlocking

⑤ Installation completed successfully ✅

If you see a lock message, don’t worry.

Contact your current carrier right away.

✈️ Installing your eSIM
before traveling to Korea
can make your trip much easier.

▶ How to Check Unlock ▶▶▶


📌 One More Tip for Your Trip to Korea!

During your trip to Korea,
Stay connected anytime, anywhere
Use Korean map apps and watch videos freely
Receive reservation and verification text messages
Enjoy fast mobile data speeds
And get online immediately upon arrival in Korea

▶▶▶ Prepare Your Unlimited Data SIM Card

📱 Y CONNECT KOREA SIM Card

✔ Truly unlimited data with no daily usage limit
✔ SK Telecom LTE speeds up to 100 Mbps
✔ Korean 010 phone number included
(with 5 minutes of free outgoing calls)

✈️ If your trip to Korea is confirmed,

Get your Korea SIM card ready today.

🚖 You Can Use Your Existing Uber App in Korea

Guide image for using the Uber app from the U.S. in Korea

👉 The Uber app you already use in the U.S. can also be used in Korea.

No separate Korean taxi app installation is needed.
In Korea, Uber Taxi (UT) linked with local taxis is mainly used.

👉 How to Use Uber in Korea

1. Open the Uber app after arriving in Korea
2. Enter your destination
   *English search is supported in most areas
3. Check pickup location and vehicle type, then request a ride
4. Check vehicle information before boarding
   *Many taxis in Korea look similar, so checking the license plate is recommended
5. Automatic payment after arrival
   *Payment is automatically processed with the card registered in the app

👉 Prepare Before Traveling to Korea

1. Install the Uber App in Advance

▶ Download the Uber App ▶▶▶

2. Prepare a Korea SIM Card for Internet Access
Internet connection is essential to use the Uber app while traveling in Korea.

Y CONNECT KOREA SIM Card!

✔ Truly unlimited data with no daily limit
✔ Fast SK Telecom LTE up to 100Mbps
✔ Smooth use of Uber and Korean map apps

※ Uber app is convenient even for travelers unfamiliar with Korean,
with English destination search and automatic payment.

🗺️ Recommended Map Apps You Must Install for Traveling to Korea

Guide image for using Naver Map and KakaoMap while traveling in Korea

If you are preparing for a trip to Korea,
installing Korean map apps is essential because they are more accurate and convenient than Google Maps.

Especially in Korea, Google Maps can be limited for:
👉 Walking directions
👉 Public transportation guidance
👉 Real-time traffic information
👉 Restaurant review searches
Because of this, most locals in Korea use Naver Map and KakaoMap.
Here are the 2 most recommended Korean map apps for travelers visiting Korea.

1. Naver Map

Naver Map is the most recommended map app for travelers visiting Korea.

● Advantages
✔ Restaurant search
✔ Cafe reviews
✔ Tourist attraction information
✔ Directions
✔ Naver reservation integration
Even local Koreans mainly use Naver Map when searching for restaurants because it is highly useful.
It also supports English, Japanese, and Chinese, making it relatively convenient for international travelers.

● Why We Recommend Naver Map
1) Largest number of restaurant reviews in Korea
2) Highly accurate place search
3) Convenient tourist information
4) Strong for cafe and shopping searches

2. KakaoMap

KakaoMap is a very strong app for real-time traffic information and public transportation guidance.

● Advantages
✔ Bus arrival information
✔ Subway transfer guidance
✔ Real-time traffic updates
✔ Fast route search
It is also one of the most commonly used apps by local Koreans for public transportation.

● Why We Recommend KakaoMap
1) Very accurate public transportation information
2) Convenient for bus and subway navigation
3) Fast real-time traffic updates
4) Fast route guidance

👉 Prepare Before Your Trip to Korea

1. Install Map Apps in Advance

We recommend installing Naver Map or KakaoMap before traveling.
Especially, Naver Map is strong for restaurant searches and reviews, while KakaoMap is strong for real-time traffic information and public transportation guidance.

2. Prepare an Unlimited Data SIM Card

You need internet access immediately after arriving in Korea so you can use map apps without issues.
That is why it is important to prepare your eSIM or Korea SIM card before departure.

Y CONNECT KOREA Korea SIM Card

✔ Unlimited data with no daily usage limit
✔ Fastest SK Telecom LTE speeds up to 100Mbps

📱 How to Delete Your Used eSIM

How to delete a used eSIM on iPhone and Android

After you finish using your eSIM
and safely return to the U.S.,
delete the used eSIM
to make it easier to install and use
a new eSIM on your next trip.

🍎 iPhone

Settings → Cellular → Select Used eSIM → Delete eSIM

🤖 Android

Settings → Connections → SIM Manager → Select Used eSIM → Delete eSIM

※ Menu names may vary slightly
depending on your phone model.

📌 One More Tip for Your Trip to Korea!

During your trip to Korea,
Stay connected anytime, anywhere
Use Korean map apps and watch videos freely
Receive reservation and verification text messages
Enjoy fast mobile data speeds
And get online immediately upon arrival in Korea

▶▶▶ Prepare Your Unlimited Data SIM Card

📱 Y CONNECT KOREA SIM Card

✔ Truly unlimited data with no daily usage limit
✔ SK Telecom LTE speeds up to 100 Mbps
✔ Korean 010 phone number included
(with 5 minutes of free outgoing calls)

✈️ If your trip to Korea is confirmed,

Get your Korea SIM card ready today.

💳 Can You Book and Pay Without Mobile Identity Verification in Korea?

How short-term visitors can book and pay in Korea without mobile identity verification

How can short-term visitors
book services and make payments
without mobile identity verification?

The best option is to use

services that support

international users.

For train reservations,
use a foreigner-friendly website
that accepts international cards.

You can also use apps
that already work in Korea,
such as Uber.

Travel and hotel bookings
should also be made through
sites that accept international cards.

Before leaving for Korea,
install the apps you may need.
Also check your login
and make sure your card
is already added.

A little preparation
can help reduce problems
caused by mobile identity verification.

We will continue to update
this blog with more ways
to book and pay in Korea.

📌 One More Tip for Your Trip to Korea!

During your trip to Korea,
Stay connected anytime, anywhere
Use Korean map apps and watch videos freely
Receive reservation and verification text messages
Enjoy fast mobile data speeds
And get online immediately upon arrival in Korea

▶▶▶ Prepare Your Unlimited Data SIM Card

📱 Y CONNECT KOREA SIM Card

✔ Truly unlimited data with no daily usage limit
✔ SK Telecom LTE speeds up to 100 Mbps
✔ Korean 010 phone number included
(with 5 minutes of free outgoing calls)

✈️ If your trip to Korea is confirmed,

Get your Korea SIM card ready today.

🔐 Why Is Mobile Identity Verification Difficult for Short-Term Visitors?

Why mobile identity verification is difficult for short-term visitors to Korea

Why is it difficult
for short-term visitors
to use mobile identity verification
in Korea?

To use mobile identity verification,
you must meet the required ID
and registration requirements.

Korean citizens

need a valid Korean ID,

such as a Resident Registration Card.


Foreign nationals

need a Korean-issued ID,

such as an Alien Registration Card

or an Overseas Korean Resident Card.

You must also sign up for
a Korean mobile service
under your own name.

However,
a travel SIM or eSIM
activated with a passport
is designed for short-term visitors.

You can use data, calls,
and text messages.

But, mobile identity verification
is not supported.

Because of these requirements,

mobile identity verification

is not available

for most short-term visitors.

Next:
Learn how to book services
and make payments
without mobile identity verification.


📌 One More Tip for Your Trip to Korea!

During your trip to Korea,
Stay connected anytime, anywhere
Use Korean map apps and watch videos freely
Receive reservation and verification text messages
Enjoy fast mobile data speeds
And get online immediately upon arrival in Korea

▶▶▶ Prepare Your Unlimited Data SIM Card

📱 Y CONNECT KOREA SIM Card

✔ Truly unlimited data with no daily usage limit
✔ SK Telecom LTE speeds up to 100 Mbps
✔ Korean 010 phone number included
(with 5 minutes of free outgoing calls)

✈️ If your trip to Korea is confirmed,

Get your Korea SIM card ready today.

📱 Can You Use Mobile Identity Verification with a Korean 010 Number?

Korea mobile identity verification for short-term visitors

Many overseas visitors to Korea
ask the same question.

“If I have a Korean 010 number,
can I use mobile identity verification?”

The answer is No.
Having a Korean 010 number
does not mean
you can use mobile identity verification.

Almost shopping, booking,
and payment services in Korea require
mobile identity verification.

This is different from receiving
a text verification code.

With a travel SIM or eSIM,

you can use a Korean 010 number
for calls and texts.
And you can receive
text verification codes.

However, mobile identity verification

for payments, orders, and reservations

is not supported.

It is not true that
all Korean 010 numbers
support mobile identity verification.

Please remember
this important difference
before your trip to Korea.

Next Blog:
Why is mobile identity verification
so difficult for short-term visitors?


📌 One More Tip for Your Trip to Korea!

During your trip to Korea,
Stay connected anytime, anywhere
Use Korean map apps and watch videos freely
Receive reservation and verification text messages
Enjoy fast mobile data speeds
And get online immediately upon arrival in Korea

▶▶▶ Prepare Your Unlimited Data SIM Card

📱 Y CONNECT KOREA SIM Card

✔ Truly unlimited data with no daily usage limit
✔ SK Telecom LTE speeds up to 100 Mbps
✔ Korean 010 phone number included
(with 5 minutes of free outgoing calls)

✈️ If your trip to Korea is confirmed,

Get your Korea SIM card ready today.

📱 See a Locked Message While Installing Your eSIM in Korea?

Android eSIM locked after installation with a Locked message

Here is a second eSIM locked case
from a U.S. Android phone customer.

The customer phone was a Verizon Motorola.

After arriving in Korea,
the customer installed the eSIM.

However, a “Locked” message appeared
on the Korean eSIM.

⚠️ The eSIM was installed

but could not be used.

In this case,
the eSIM installation was completed,
but the mobile carrier had locked the eSIM.

We wanted to make an exception
and cancel the order.
But we could not cancel the order
because the eSIM had already been installed.

📱 The only solution was to contact

the U.S. mobile carrier

and request a phone unlock.

The eSIM can only be used
after the carrier unlocks the phone.

✈️ Please install your eSIM in the U.S.
before your trip.

Installing your eSIM in the U.S. can help

you find a phone lock issue in advance

and reduce problems after arriving in Korea.

For this reason,
Y CONNECT KOREA recommends
installing your eSIM in the U.S.
or overseas before traveling to Korea.


▶ How to Check Unlock ▶▶▶


📌 One More Tip for Your Trip to Korea!

During your trip to Korea,
Stay connected anytime, anywhere
Use Korean map apps and watch videos freely
Receive reservation and verification text messages
Enjoy fast mobile data speeds
And get online immediately upon arrival in Korea

▶▶▶ Prepare Your Unlimited Data SIM Card

📱 Y CONNECT KOREA SIM Card

✔ Truly unlimited data with no daily usage limit
✔ SK Telecom LTE speeds up to 100 Mbps
✔ Korean 010 phone number included
(with 5 minutes of free outgoing calls)

✈️ If your trip to Korea is confirmed,

Get your Korea SIM card ready today.