Stay connected in Korea by renting a Pocket WiFi, or a WiFi Egg!
As Korea is one of the most well-developed IT countries, you can easily get WiFi in any store, especially in cafes.
But if you want safer and faster access to WiFi networks at all times, then renting a portable WiFi router, a pocket WiFi, or Wifi Egg, is perfect for you.
Renting a Pocket WiFi in Korea
Most pocket Wi-Fi rentals in Korea can be paid for in advance online.
After you book online, you can simply pick up the device at different locations, including airports (Incheon Intl. Airport/Gimhae Intl. Airport/Gimhae Intl. Airport/Daegu Intl. Airport/Jeju Intl. Airport), and return it afterward.
If you want to buy it instead of renting it, you will need an Alien Registration Card (ARC), which is an ID card for foreigners staying in Korea.
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All About Pocket WiFi Rental Service in Korea
There are a number of companies in Korea that offer pocket WiFi rental services: SKT, KT, LG U+, and Pocket WiFi Korea.
1. SK telecom WiFi Egg – SKT T mifi
T mifi is a 4G/LTE Pocket WiFi from SK Telecom, the largest wireless operator in Korea. You can enjoy nationwide 4G/LTE data at high speed.
| Data Plan: Unlimited Data
- For Short-Term Users: Korea SKT Portable WiFi Router Rental (1~17 days)
- For Long-Term Users: Korea SKT Portable WiFi Router Rental (18 days or more)
2. KT Wifi Router
KT’s WiFi router also offers nationwide coverage, but the rental fee is relatively higher than average.
| Data Plan: Unlimited data
3. LG U+ Wifi
LG U+ is another major mobile operator in Korea and its price is the same as KT’s Wifi router.
| Data Plan: Unlimited data
4. Pocket WiFi Korea
Pocket WiFi Korea offers three different types of portable WiFi routers: Pocket Wifi Korea Unlimited, Pocket WiFi Korea (LTE), and Pocket WiFi Seoul.
• Pocket WiFi Korea Unlimited
| Data Plan: Unlimited
| Free Power Bank rental included.
• Pocket WiFi Korea (LTE)
| Data Plan: 1GB/day
| Free Power Bank rental included.
• Pocket WiFi Seoul
| Data Plan: 1GB/day
| Seoul (Myeongdong, Dongdaemun & Gangnam area) coverage is very poor. Please rent LTE model if you are staying in these areas.
How to Book with Trazy
1. SKT Portable Wifi Router
Travelers can book T mifi, a portable WiFi router for short-term users (1~17 days) provided by SKT via Trazy.com.
Pick up & Return Locations:
- Incheon Int’l Airport Terminal 1 & 2, Gimpo Int’l Airport, Gimhae Int’l Airport (Busan), Busan Port Int’l Passenger Terminal, Daegu International Airport
All About 4g/LTE Portable Wifi (T mifi):
- Coverage: Nationwide (everywhere in South Korea)
- Wifi Connection: 2.4 GHz/5GHz support
- Connect up to 3 devices (for optimum speed)
- Display: 0.9-inch PMOLED black and white display
- Dimensions: 6cm (width) / 10cm (length)
- Battery Life: About 12 hours on a single full charge (2800mA)
- Pocket Wifi Package: 4G/LTE Wifi Router, charger, and carrying pouch
If you are planning a long-term stay in Korea, simply rent portable wifi with the special unlimited data plan (18 days or more)!
You also can pick up this portable wifi router for long-term users from Incheon Int’l Airport Terminals 1 & 2, Gimpo Int’l Airport, Gimhae Int’l Airport (Busan), and Busan Port Int’l Passenger Terminal, Daegu International Airport.
*You can extend your usage for another 30 days or add extra days on a separate extension page that will be provided in the confirmation email.
2. KT Pocket Wifi
Carry around your own private and secure WiFi hotspot and have access to the internet anytime and anywhere in Korea with KT pocket WiFi (Daily or 30-day rental)! Pick-up and returns are available at major spots across Korea from the Incheon Airport to the city centers including Hongdae and Myeongdong.
Pick up & Return Locations:
- Incheon Intl. Airport Terminal 1 & 2, Gimpo Intl. Airport, Myeongdong Office, Gimhae Intl. Airport (Busan), Busan Port
All About 4g/LTE Portable Wifi (T mifi):
- Coverage: Nationwide (everywhere in South Korea)
- Wifi Connection: 2.4 GHz/5GHz support
- Connect up to 3 devices (for optimum speed)
- Battery Life: About 7~9 hours on average
- Pocket Wifi Package: 4G/LTE Pocket WiFi, charger, and carrying pouch
You can choose between a daily rental and a 30-day rental. If you are renting for more than 17 days, book the 30-day rental option to save money! Even if you book the 30-day rental, you can return the device anytime before the 30 days.
*You can extend your usage for another 30 days or add extra days on a separate extension page that will be provided in the confirmation email.
How to set up a WiFi connection
Once you receive your WiFi Egg, follow the steps below to set up and connect to a WiFi with your device!
- Turn on the WiFi Egg.
- Search for a WiFi network on an available smartphone or PC.
- Select searched SSID.
- Enter the KEY (the network password) accurately.
- Now you’re connected!
Go ahead and rent a Pocket WiFi to stay connected when you are traveling around Korea!
For more travel information and the best things to do in South Korea, visit Trazy.com, Korea’s #1 Travel Shop.
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Hello, would you like to help me regarding sim card registration information? I want to know that how many no of sim cards are registered on my ID ? would you like to help me how to know about this? from where i can get the information?
Hi Mamoon,
According to the law in Korea, only 1 sim card with a voice plan can be registered on your ID.
You can use a Korean phone number only for up to 90 days. If you need to use it for more than 90 days, you may need to have an ARC issued or buy another sim card with a different number once the original one is expired.
We hope this helps you.
Thank you.
Hi! I have my ARC. How/where can I buy a wifi egg instead of renting it? Thank you!
Do i have to reserve one in advance or can i just rent one at the airport?
Hi, for the mentioned sim cards in this post, you need to book in advance.
I selected t2 but will I land its t1 can I just collect the wi fi egg from T1 instead?
Hello, please send your inquiries to inquiry@trazy.com Thank you!
Does the wifi egg work in South Korea with an iPhone 6s?
Hello, please send your inquiries to inquiry@trazy.com Thank you!
I will be in Korea for Sept/Oct. I will be flying into Osan Air Base / Songtan, not Inchon. I will have an address in Cheongju. In the past, I’ve picked up a WiFi router when flying into Inchon. Can I get a WiFi router mailed to Cheongju? Thanks
Hello, please send your inquiries to inquiry@trazy.com Thank you!
Lost my egg, what happens now.
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Which Wifi egg works with the iPhone 14 (no physical sim card)?
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