Connectivity & Apps
18 questions.
- How do I get mobile data and internet in Korea?Compare mobile data options by phone compatibility, calls, data allowance and price.
- eSIM vs pocket wifi vs roamingCompare an eSIM, pocket wifi and roaming for your phone, party size and trip length.
- Where to buy and activate a Korean SIMCheck the SIM seller's opening and activation hours, and bring your passport.
- What a Korean phone number unlocks and what it doesn'tA Korean phone number and Korean identity verification are different. Check each service's requirements.
- Public wifi in Korea: what actually worksUse official public wifi and follow the operator's connection and security instructions.
- The app checklist to install before you flyInstall essential maps and translation apps, and complete any required registration before travelling.
- Setting up Naver Map in EnglishSwitch Naver Map to English and check the route's station exit and walking directions.
- Setting up KakaoMap as your second mapUse KakaoMap to cross-check a place or inspect its surroundings through Roadview.
- Papago: Naver's Korean translation appPapago is Naver's translation app for text, menus and conversations.
- Booking a taxi with Kakao T or k.rideCheck Kakao T's payment method before booking, or try its visitor-focused alternative.
- CatchTable: the restaurant booking appInstall the international CATCHTABLE app using the official store link.
- Mobile Tmoney and Korea Tour Card optionsDistinguish physical tourist cards from mobile Tmoney apps and check compatibility before buying.
- KakaoTalk: the messaging app Korea runs onSet up KakaoTalk on a number you can access and keep your sign-in details available.
- VPNs and blocked content in KoreaCheck service availability before travelling. A VPN does not supply missing map data.
- Charging, plugs, power banks, and airline rules for themCheck plug compatibility, charger voltage and your airline's current power-bank rules.
- Calling home from KoreaCompare your carrier's wifi-calling charges with internet calls and international calling services.
- Dialling a Korean number, here and from abroadUse +82 for ordinary Korean numbers, and check special service numbers separately.
- Staying reachable and controlling roaming chargesCheck your carrier's roaming and wifi-calling settings before relying on your home number abroad.