Sydkorea eSIM

Most flagship smartphones released since 2018-2019 support eSIM, including iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and Samsung Galaxy S20 series and newer. Tablets, smartwatches and an increasing number of laptops also support eSIM. The fastest way to verify your specific device is to check Settings , if you see "Add eSIM" or "Add cellular plan" as an option, you're compatible.

eSIM compatibility is now standard across the high-end smartphone market and rapidly spreading into mid-range devices. Cellesim works with any unlocked, eSIM-capable device , no special configuration needed beyond scanning the QR code we send you.

iPhones with eSIM support

• iPhone XS, XS Max, XR (2018) , first iPhones with eSIM (one physical SIM + one eSIM).
• iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max (2019).
• iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max (2020).
• iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max (2021) , supports two active eSIMs simultaneously.
• iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max (2022) , US versions are eSIM-only (no physical SIM tray).
• iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, iPhone SE 3 and later , full eSIM support.

Google Pixel with eSIM support

• Pixel 3 / 3 XL and all later models (Pixel 4, 4a, 5, 5a, 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7, 7 Pro, 7a, 8, 8 Pro, Pixel Fold).

Samsung Galaxy with eSIM support

• Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, S20 FE (2020) , first Galaxy with eSIM.
• Galaxy S21 / S22 / S23 / S24 series (all variants except some regional versions).
• Galaxy Z Fold 2, 3, 4, 5 and Z Flip 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
• Galaxy Note 20, 20 Ultra.
• Note: Some regional Samsung variants (e.g., specific Hong Kong dual-SIM physical models) may not support eSIM. Check Settings → Connections → SIM Card Manager.

Other Android devices with eSIM

• Huawei: P40, P40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro and newer flagships.
• Motorola: Razr (2019+), Edge 30 series, ThinkPhone.
• Xiaomi: Mi 11 series and newer (international versions).
• OnePlus: OnePlus 11, 12 (verify region).
• Sony: Xperia 1 IV, 5 IV, 10 IV and newer.
• Nokia / HMD: G60, X30 5G.

How to verify eSIM support on your device

1. iPhone: Settings → Cellular → look for "Add eSIM" or "Add Cellular Plan". You can also dial *#06# , if you see an "EID" (32-digit number), your phone has eSIM hardware.
2. Android: Settings → Connections (or Network & Internet) → SIM Cards → look for "Download a SIM instead" or "Add eSIM".
3. EID check: most eSIM-capable Android phones show EID in Settings → About Phone → Status.

Tip: Even if your phone supports eSIM hardware, it must be unlocked (not carrier-locked) to use third-party eSIMs like Cellesim. Most phones bought outright are unlocked; phones from carrier instalment plans may require unlocking after the contract is paid off.

Almost every flagship smartphone released since 2019 supports eSIM, making it ideal for international travel. Compatible models include iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer, plus a growing list of mid-range devices. If your phone has Settings → Cellular → "Add eSIM", you're ready to use a Cellesim plan abroad.

Travellers benefit most from eSIM because it eliminates the airport SIM-card queue, removes the need to swap your home SIM out, and lets you keep your usual phone number active for SMS verification. A Cellesim travel eSIM activates the moment you land , no shop visit required.

Best eSIM-compatible travel phones

• iPhone (2018+): XS, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 series and SE 3rd gen , all support Dual SIM with one physical SIM + one eSIM. iPhone 14/15/16 in the US is eSIM-only.
• Google Pixel (2018+): Pixel 3 through Pixel 9 , all support eSIM. Pixel 7 Pro and newer support multiple active eSIMs.
• Samsung Galaxy (2020+): S20, S21, S22, S23, S24, S25, Note 20, Fold and Flip series.
• Motorola: Razr (2019+), Edge 30/40, ThinkPhone , most newer flagships.
• OnePlus: OnePlus 11, 12 , varies by region.
• Sony: Xperia 1 IV / V, Xperia 10 IV / V.
• Xiaomi: Mi 11 international and newer flagships.
• Nokia/HMD: G60 5G, X30 5G.

What to check before buying a travel eSIM

1. eSIM hardware: dial *#06# , if an EID number appears, you're compatible.
2. Carrier unlock status: phones bought on instalment plans may be locked to your home carrier. Most outright purchases are unlocked.
3. iOS version: iOS 12.1 or newer for full eSIM support.
4. Android version: Android 9 or newer typically supports eSIM, though it depends on the manufacturer.
5. Region-specific variants: some Samsung models sold in Hong Kong or China are dual physical SIM with no eSIM , verify your specific model number.

Travel-friendly phones that don't support eSIM

• iPhones older than XS (iPhone X, 8, 7, 6 series).
• Most budget Android phones (entry-level Samsung A series before A53, Xiaomi Redmi entry models).
• Older Huawei devices without Google Services.
• Region-specific dual physical SIM variants (verify model number).

Tip: if your current phone doesn't support eSIM but you travel often, an unlocked, mid-range eSIM-capable phone (e.g., Pixel 7a, iPhone SE 3, Samsung Galaxy A55) makes an excellent secondary travel device , pair it with a Cellesim plan and you have a full mobile internet kit for any destination.

Nej. Dette er et data-only eSIM og kommer ikke med et lokalt koreansk telefonnummer. Dette er et kritisk punkt for rejsende, da mange restauranter, apps (som Naver) og ventelistesystemer (som CatchTable) kræver et lokalt nummer. Vores eSIM giver dig højhastighedsdata til at bruge apps som WhatsApp, Google Maps og KakaoTalk (til meddelelser), men det kan ikke bruges til lokal identitetsbekræftelse. 

Ja, 100%. At købe et fysisk "KT" eller "SKT" SIM-kort i Incheon Lufthavn er billigt, men det involverer ofte lange køer, især efter at en stor flyrejse lander. Det kræver også en obligatorisk pasregistreringsproces. Vores eSIM er 100 % digitalt, kræver ingen ID-registrering og kan installeres, før du flyver. Du vil være forbundet i det øjeblik, du lander, klar til at bruge Kakao Maps eller ringe til en Uber/Kakao T. 

Ja, absolut. Det er, hvad vores eSIM er perfekt til. Google Maps giver ikke gang- eller kørevejledninger i Sydkorea. Du skal bruge Naver Maps eller Kakao Maps. Vores eSIM opretter forbindelse til førsteklasses lokale netværk (som SKT eller KT) og giver lynhurtige 4G/5G-hastigheder, så disse vigtige apps kan indlæses øjeblikkeligt. 

Ja. Sydkorea har den bedste mobile infrastruktur i verden. Du vil have et kontinuerligt højhastighedssignal 4G/5G inde i Seoul/Busan-metroen (stationer og tunneler) og på KTX (højhastighedstog), når det rejser mellem byer, så du kan streame video eller browse uden afbrydelser. 

 Denne specifikke plan er kun gyldig i Sydkorea. Dette er et kritisk punkt. Hvis du er på en Asienrejse i flere lande og flyver fra Seoul (ICN) til Tokyo (NRT), stopper du din forbindelse. Til dette anbefaler vi stærkt vores Asia Regional eSIM for at forblive sømløst forbundet på tværs af alle grænser. 

 Det gør de fleste moderne telefoner, men du skal tjekke vores specifikke liste her: eSIM-kompatible enheder for at være 100 % sikker, før du køber. 

Ja. Da Uber er begrænset, er pålidelige data afgørende for at booke ture via Kakao T, den primære taxa-app, der bruges i Seoul og Busan. 

Ja. Dækningen er fremragende i hele Jeju Island, hvilket giver dig mulighed for at bruge navigationsapps til din lejebil og dele billeder fra Hallasan Mountain. 

Absolut. Papago er den bedste oversættelsesapp til Sydkorea, og du har brug for aktive data for at oversætte menuer og skilte med det samme ved hjælp af kamerafunktionen. 

Ja. Du vil generelt have signal ved DMZ besøgscentre og den tredje tunnel, selvom forbindelsen kan være begrænset i nærheden af ​​den faktiske militære afgrænsningslinje.