Y CONNECT KOREA
eSIM (Data only)
eSIM (Data only)?
Recommended for travelers who need data only in Korea!
This is a Korea SIM card servicethat enables you to install the eSIM on your phone in the U.S.
and start using the internet as soon as you land in Korea.
You can enjoy unlimited data with speeds up to 100Mbps.
Why choose the YCK eSIM (Data only)?
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SK Telecom Service with the most mobile subscribers in South Korea
Unlimited Data with No daily usage limit/speed reduce
Fast LTE Speeds of up to 100Mbps
Use mobile data as soon as you arrive at Incheon International Airport
Select Usage Period that fits your travel
Enjoy unlimited data with fast LTE at 100Mbps!
| Service Product | YCK eSIM (Data only) |
|---|---|
| Service Provider | SK Telecom |
| DATA | Unlimited ( LTE 100 Mbps) |
| Extension | Not available (You can place an order for a 60 days or 90 days plan with 50% off) |
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No currency exchange fee when you pay in USD from the U.S.
Choose the usage period that matches your travel schedule!
2 days (48 hours)
$9.00
$8.55
5% OFF
3 days (72 hours)
$14.00
$13.30
5% OFF
4 days (96 hours)
$18.00
$17.10
5% OFF
5 days (120 hours)
$21.00
$19.95
5% OFF
6 days (144 hours)
$24.00
$22.80
5% OFF
7 days (168 hours)
$26.00
$24.70
5% OFF
8 days (192 hours)
$27.00
$25.65
5% OFF
9 days (216 hours)
$28.00
$26.60
5% OFF
10 days (240 hours)
$29.00
$27.55
5% OFF
15 days (360 hours)
$41.00
$38.95
5% OFF
20 days (480 hours)
$45.00
$42.75
5% OFF
30 days (720 hours)
$53.00
$50.35
5% OFF
60 days (1440 hours)
$80.00
$76.00
5% OFF
90 days (2160 hours)
$106.00
$100.70
5% OFF
eSIM Order & Setup Process (Data only)
Step 1
Online Order
① Check unlock/eSIM support
② Choose usage period by travel dates
② Choose usage period by travel dates
Step 2
1. Receive the QR code email &
2. Installation guide email
2. Installation guide email
① Check the QR code
② Prepare with eSIM installation guide
② Prepare with eSIM installation guide
Step 3
Scan the QR code & install eSIM
① Scan the QR code with your phone
② Install the eSIM on your phone
② Install the eSIM on your phone
Step 4
✈️ (After arrival in Korea)
Activate eSIM
Activate eSIM
① Change phone settings
② Restart your phone 3 times
② Restart your phone 3 times
Things to check before ordering eSIM
Your phone must be unlocked
Your phone must support eSIM
How to install eSIM
You can easily install eSIM by scanning the QR code
FAQ - eSIM
What is eSIM?
eSIM is an abbreviation of the Embedded Subscriber Identity Module, and unlike USIM that can be physically separated, eSIM is a virtual SIM that is built into a mobile phone in advance.
Most of the phones released in recent support eSIM.
※ From the iPhone 14 series and above released in the United States, it can only be installed with an eSIM.
What are the advantages of ordering an eSIM in advance in the US?
You can safely install the eSIM on your phone before departing from Korea.
※ Usually, when you arrive at an airport in Korea, you will be very busy and hectic, so there's no time to find a suitable SIM card.
How do I check that my mobile is unlocked?
※ Please confirm that your phone is unlocked through your mobile service provider or manufacturer.
How to check unlock
How to check unlock
How do I check that my mobile supports eSIM?
※ Please confirm that your phone supports eSIM through your mobile service provider or manufacturer.
How to check eSIM
How to check eSIM
I only need to use data for YouTube or KakaoTalk in Korea, and don't need calls or texts. Which product should I order?
① If your phone supports eSIM: It is recommended to order an eSIM (Data only) product.
② If you phone does not support eSIM: It is recommended to order a USIM (Airport Pickup) product.
② If you phone does not support eSIM: It is recommended to order a USIM (Airport Pickup) product.
How can I use calls and texts along with unlimited data in Korea?
If you want to use calls and texts, you need to verify your passport information and charge the required amount for outgoing call/texts at the SKT roaming center at the airport.
※ Foreign passport holders can conveniently verify their passport information and charge online after entering in Korea.
If I refuse to verify my passport information, will I still be able to use calls and texts?
If you refuse to verify your passport information, you will not be able to use voice/texts.
However, eSIM (Data only) can be used without verifying passport information.
If you want to use voice/texts in Korea, you need a Korean mobile number (010).
To use a Korean mobile number, it is mandatory to verify your passport information as requested by the Korean government.
※ Y Connect Korea does not collect your passport photo via email to protect your personal information. Therefore, we kindly ask you to visit the SKT roaming center in person.
I need to move to another place immediately after arriving in Korea. Is it possible to verify passport information and charge the amount for outgoing call/texts online?
Foreign passport holders only can verify their passport information online after entering in Korea.
If your eSIM order is completed, we will send you an email with the eSIM installation guide. This guide email will also include detailed instructions on how to verify passport information and charge online.
※ Korean passport holders cannot use online passport information verification.
I ordered an eSIM and 24 hours have passed, but I have not received the QR code and eSIM installation guide email yet. How can I receive the emails?
① Please check if the email address you provided when ordering is correct.
② Please check your spam folder or promotions tab in your email.
If you still haven't received the emails after checking the above, please send an email to contact@yconnectkorea.com with QR Code Not Received, and include your name, phone number, and order number. We will
process your request immediately.
Can I get a refund if I am unable to use the eSIM after ordering?
Due to the nature of electronic products, refunds are not possible under any circumstances after the QR code email or voucher email has been sent.
※ Before ordering, please make sure your phone is unlocked and supports eSIM.
Is there an expiration date for scanning the eSIM QR code?
This eSIM product can be used within one year of ordering.
You will not be able to scan the QR code after one year from the order date.
Can I extend the usage period of eSIM?
The usage period cannot be extended.
If you wish to continue using it after the expiration period, please order new eSIM on yconnectkorea.com.
Can I use mobile phone authentication for payment purposes in Korea?
Simple text message authentication or COVID-related app authentication using your mobile phone number is possible, but identity verification services for financial transactions are not available.
What should I do after finishing using the eSIM?
You don't need to return it.
You can simply delete the used eSIM profile from your phone settings.
Considerations - YCK eSIM(SKT eSIM)
- YCK eSIM(SKT eSIM) is one of the most reliable mobile communication services and solutions in South Korea.
- To use this service, the country lock on your device must be turned off.
- Please contact your current telecommunications company to make sure that the country lock is off.
- You cannot request a cancellation or refund after sending the QR code of eSIM that you ordered.
- The usage period (2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/15/20/30/60/90 days) will be calculated in 24-hour increments from the time you activate the eSIM on your phone.
- This eSIM QR codes can be scanned within one year after the order and it cannot be scanned after one year.
- The usage period of this eSIM cannot be extended. If you want to extend, you should order a new eSIM.
- If you delete the eSIM profile, you will need to order a new eSIM to use it.
- You can use mobile data calls such as KakaoTalk and FaceTime unlimitedly during the data usage period.
- This eSIM(Data only) can be used without the passport information verification.
- Incoming/outgoing voice calls and text messages are available after the passport information has been verified at SKT roaming center at the airport.
- You can receive calls and texts within Korea for free of charge, and outgoing call/texts are available upon recharge after ordering the eSIM/USIM.
- Foreign passport holders can complete the passport information verification procedure online after entering South Korea.
- Passport information verification is available for only one product per passport. (Passport information verification is not available for multiple products with one passport)
- Recharges for voice/text outgoing can be made within the validity period of the data product but cannot be made upon expiration.
- The unused charge balance within the usage period will expire at the end of the product's usage period.
- The maximum charge amount within the validity period is KRW 330,000. (VAT included)
- This eSIM is only available in Korea.
- Personal authentication services and text message receipt for payments are unavailable.
- This eSIM is intended for short-term travelers to Korea (within 90 days). Long-term travelers (staying 91 days or more) may face service restrictions.
- If fraudulent use is detected, the service will be suspended without prior notice. In this case, refunds are not available.
- Please send an email to contact@yconnectkorea.com for more questions and then we will get back to you.