tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post8807173900455651141..comments2024-01-24T19:59:12.958+08:00Comments on Jos Loves Food: [Seoul, Korea] Travel Tips : Data-Roaming in Korea and Locating EG SIM Card Agent at Seoul StationUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger55125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-39943966609107447362017-01-30T21:52:22.754+08:002017-01-30T21:52:22.754+08:00Hi, I am so glad to know that the info was useful....Hi, I am so glad to know that the info was useful. Cheers!JosLovesFoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15557423669411058558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-23497538039401118242016-10-14T15:38:19.690+08:002016-10-14T15:38:19.690+08:00Hi Jos, Thanks so much for this blog. I wrote you ...Hi Jos, Thanks so much for this blog. I wrote you on 12 Dec 2015 and you had kindly responded. I visited Korea for the first time DIY in Apr this year and based on the detailed direction given here ive managed to locate Premium travel centre at the Seoul Station. Thanks once again. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-27172791697222315422016-03-15T18:26:53.137+08:002016-03-15T18:26:53.137+08:00I would not recommend EGSIM. When you enter the co...I would not recommend EGSIM. When you enter the country you need to go through a whole identification process, when you leave the country they know and will immediately disable the sim. Your cash balance will be gone. Aside from the point, it is way more expensive and a hassle. It is just spooky that they track when you leave the country. Also be aware that without a wifi you are not able to activate the card. You also need to provide them a photocopy of your passport. So a whole hassle, better ask your local telco for a datapackage for Korea. That was at least my experience.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07975075757959422277noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-34230756177862043422016-02-27T16:38:17.505+08:002016-02-27T16:38:17.505+08:00Hi, I've only been seeing EG Sim cards and Oll...Hi, I've only been seeing EG Sim cards and Olleh wifi prepaid cards being commonly used. I will be staying in korea for 6 months and am interested in getting a prepaid card. I use mostly data and very rarely use text or call.<br /><br />I've calculated and realised EG and Olleh is kinda expensive for the duration of my stay and instead found SK telecom roaming to be cheaper. I've attached the link to their rates and all:<br />skroaming(DOT)com/usim/advance_payment.asp<br /><br />Looking at the 'Recharge Amount' table, i would definitely get the KRW30,000 for voice & text services recharged since it would last me 180 days (whole duration of my stay). And I would get the KRW33,000 for 5GB of data that allows me use for 1 whole year. I would top up ofcourse whenever necessary.<br /><br />But i'm then confused as there is another table showing Rate Plan with different plans.. What is that about?? Can i get the CHEAPEST which is PPS Smartphone Light and do the normal recharge thing? I don't get it. Or can i just get a SIM card and do the recharge amount plan?Sallie Alliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06155579866502961661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-31045832843958623532016-01-01T14:15:01.001+08:002016-01-01T14:15:01.001+08:00Hi Jos, thanks for your reply. I'm travelling ...Hi Jos, thanks for your reply. I'm travelling on my own for the first time. Your write up really helps.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-57428405228194542952015-12-27T02:12:43.389+08:002015-12-27T02:12:43.389+08:00Hi, the spare hp is needed in case you wish to sta...Hi, the spare hp is needed in case you wish to stay connected on your SG sim card. If you're staying within Seoul, it is easy to top up your data plan. It is quite convenient to do the top-up but I can't guarantee that it is as convenient if you are travelling out of Seoul. Cheers!JosLovesFoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15557423669411058558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-3705814399500757822015-12-27T02:09:32.406+08:002015-12-27T02:09:32.406+08:00Hi, I have not tried their delivery service but no...Hi, I have not tried their delivery service but no harm asking since Alphensia is a popular tourist attraction. Cheers!JosLovesFoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15557423669411058558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-37319223950438933922015-12-13T14:49:29.128+08:002015-12-13T14:49:29.128+08:00Hi do u know if they deliver to hotel outside Seou...Hi do u know if they deliver to hotel outside Seoul? I will b staying Intercon AlphensiaPhyllisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-9418680741324656992015-12-12T19:00:24.200+08:002015-12-12T19:00:24.200+08:00Hi Jos, thanks for giving such a detailed account....Hi Jos, thanks for giving such a detailed account. You mentioned if we choose prepaid sim and use it for data network and phone call we need to have a spare phone to use this option(item 3 above). Why the need for a spare phone? Another question, is it advisable to sign up for 500mb initially and then top up later at the convenient stores. Ill be there for 11 days and not a heavy data user. Thanks.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-22182645661453005132015-10-06T22:51:11.244+08:002015-10-06T22:51:11.244+08:00Thanks!Thanks!JosLovesFoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15557423669411058558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-41774774124046551092015-08-19T20:03:33.410+08:002015-08-19T20:03:33.410+08:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03692765456814143146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-20393630281873596962015-05-05T17:07:14.301+08:002015-05-05T17:07:14.301+08:00nice nice waseemhttp://www.onlinequranread.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-11154716061731905172014-07-02T00:12:54.661+08:002014-07-02T00:12:54.661+08:00Hi, I know they have different types of SIM cards ...Hi, I know they have different types of SIM cards for compatibility reasons. You can check with them if they have one that is meant for IPAD2 ^^JosLovesFoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15557423669411058558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-72316017795026534862014-07-01T09:39:34.911+08:002014-07-01T09:39:34.911+08:00Hi Jos, I am from Singapore and will be going to S...Hi Jos, I am from Singapore and will be going to Seoul for holiday. Do you know if I can use egsimcard on iPad2? I will activite data roam on my iPhone via Singapore provide3rs but looking to buy temporary data plan from Korea.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-81078224269934366832014-06-06T23:35:14.487+08:002014-06-06T23:35:14.487+08:00Hi, if you need to use your Singapore mobile numbe...Hi, if you need to use your Singapore mobile numbers frequently (eg, receiving incoming calls), then I guess this is a better option for you. If you don't need to, then it might be better to get a KR temporary sim card for data plan and phone call. It is much cheaper. Hope this helps. ^^JosLovesFoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15557423669411058558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-60375602560300156102014-06-05T16:04:57.776+08:002014-06-05T16:04:57.776+08:00Would it be better to buy the Singtel DataRoam Sav...Would it be better to buy the Singtel DataRoam Saver Plan for $15 per day? (Unlimited data)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-51949630259312318112014-06-02T22:39:35.755+08:002014-06-02T22:39:35.755+08:00Yes, you can. You can check the info from their w...Yes, you can. You can check the info from their website <br />http://www.egsimcard.co.kr/eng/buy-eg-sim-card/offline/buy-egsimcard.asp<br />JosLovesFoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15557423669411058558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-86170276422712482152014-05-31T21:25:43.147+08:002014-05-31T21:25:43.147+08:00Hi, I would like to ask if it is possible to buy t...Hi, I would like to ask if it is possible to buy the SIM card at the store instead of ordering online?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-65156379408365898552014-05-09T21:33:50.247+08:002014-05-09T21:33:50.247+08:00I ordered the SIM card online and arranged for col...I ordered the SIM card online and arranged for collection from K Books at Incheon Airport, but the person there was only concerned with giving you the SIM card. Then I went to the Premium Travel Center in Seoul Station, hoping that the people there could help me with the installation and activation; however, they said they can help only if I had bought the SIM card there. Hence I imagine that it would be best if you get the SIM card from Seoul Station instead.k.t.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-40817264093651375472014-04-28T23:21:55.073+08:002014-04-28T23:21:55.073+08:00Hi Beatrice, I believe they will help u with the i...Hi Beatrice, I believe they will help u with the installation and activation ^^JosLovesFoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15557423669411058558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-14331937500493030632014-04-25T22:13:06.181+08:002014-04-25T22:13:06.181+08:00Thanks so much for your prompt reply:)
Just anoth...Thanks so much for your prompt reply:)<br /><br />Just another question, if we collect at Incheon Airport, will there be someone to help us to activate? ^^bbeatricehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03790966343728504853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-7671725996153153992014-04-24T23:23:34.742+08:002014-04-24T23:23:34.742+08:00Hi Beatrice, you can top up the data plan at selec...Hi Beatrice, you can top up the data plan at selected convenient stores or even via credit card, if 1GB is not sufficient. It is quite easy. ^^JosLovesFoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15557423669411058558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-80768224052913442352014-04-24T10:59:32.526+08:002014-04-24T10:59:32.526+08:00Hi, thanks for your post. Awesome since I need a s...Hi, thanks for your post. Awesome since I need a sim card and do not want to rent a mobile phone from sktelecom anymore :)<br /><br />Because I will be at Korea for 2 weeks plus, just to ask about the flat rate of 1gb. Does it means throughout.this 2 weeks, I have only 1gb to use? :) thanks so much ^^bbeatricehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03790966343728504853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-15081003909103354852014-03-28T00:28:54.780+08:002014-03-28T00:28:54.780+08:00Hi, since there is 4G indication, your hp should b...Hi, since there is 4G indication, your hp should be on LTE plan ^^JosLovesFoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15557423669411058558noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34945408.post-3708471424806055632014-03-26T22:59:34.078+08:002014-03-26T22:59:34.078+08:00Hi Jos, I really wasn't told much when I bough...Hi Jos, I really wasn't told much when I bought my phone, haha. But I can see the "4G" indicator when I use my data plan, does this mean my phone is LTE-enabled?k.t.noreply@blogger.com