What network will my eSIM connect to in the Maldives?

It connects through local operators like Dhiraagu and Ooredoo Maldives over 4G/LTE, and 5G in Malé.

Can I keep using my Korean number?

Yes. It sits on your phone as an extra line for data only, while your Korean SIM and number keep handling calls and texts.

How do I get the eSIM working?

Once you have paid, a QR code comes to your inbox. Scan it through your phone's settings, ideally before you leave home, and it works as soon as you land.

Is an eSIM worth it, or will roaming do?

Roaming abroad on a Korean carrier is costly and in some places simply unavailable. A flat-rate eSIM plan lets you go online without worrying about the bill.

Does eSIM work in Maldives?

Maldives supports eSIM, and plans start from ₩15,806. Install it with the QR code you receive after buying, then just turn on data roaming after you arrive and you are connected straight away. There is no need to swap your SIM.

Can I add to or extend my Maldives eSIM plan?

Yes. When you use up your data or the plan period ends, you can buy a new plan at any time. Keep using the eSIM profile you already installed; there is no need to install it again, so you carry on without interruption.

Can I use tethering (hotspot) in Maldives?

Yes. In Maldives you can share your eSIM data with other devices such as a laptop or tablet by tethering (hotspot). Shared data also comes out of your plan allowance, so if you tether a lot we recommend choosing a little more data.

Do I set up the eSIM before I leave or after I arrive?

We recommend installing it (registering the QR code) before you leave, while you have Wi-Fi. Data starts when you turn on data roaming after you arrive in Maldives. Just remember "set up before you leave, switch on when you arrive" and you can use the internet as soon as you land.

How many GB of data do I need for a trip to Maldives?

For mostly maps and messaging, we recommend about 1 GB a day; to use plenty of social media and photo uploads, about 2 GB a day. If you stream a lot of video or tether a lot, an unlimited plan is better. You can always buy more if you run short, so it is fine to choose a little extra at first.

Does my smartphone support eSIM?

You can use it if your phone supports eSIM. iPhone supports it from the XS and XR onwards; Galaxy phones sold in Korea from the S23, Z Flip4 and Z Fold4 onwards. Dial *#06# in the phone app: if an EID number appears, your phone supports eSIM. If it is SIM-locked, it needs to be unlocked.

Maldives eSIM plans

Instant delivery

A travel eSIM for Maldives starts from ₩15,806 and works as soon as you buy it. In Maldives it connects automatically to local networks such as Dhiraagu · Ooredoo Maldives (4G/LTE, 5G where supported), with population coverage of about Malé, atolls, resort islands. Install it with the QR code before you leave and you can use the internet as soon as you land, with no roaming setup.

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Maldives eSIM at a glance

Price: From ₩15,806
Local networks: Dhiraagu · Ooredoo Maldives
Network: 4G/LTE (5G in Malé)
Activation: QR code — install before you leave
Recommended data: Maps and messaging 1 GB a day · more room 2 GB a day · video: unlimited

eSIM plans you can use in Maldives

Data	Validity	Price
Unlimited	1 day	₩15,806
Unlimited	3 days	₩45,189
Unlimited	5 days	₩39,162
Unlimited	7 days	₩52,723
Unlimited	10 days	₩75,325
Unlimited	15 days	₩112,995
Unlimited	30 days	₩222,992
1 GB	7 days	₩18,067
2 GB	15 days	₩39,162
3 GB	30 days	₩39,162
5 GB	30 days	₩60,257
10 GB	30 days	₩111,488
20 GB	30 days	₩147,652
50 GB	30 days	₩412,849

Spread over roughly 1,200 islands, the Maldives offers turquoise water, white sandbanks and villas built over the lagoon. A mobile connection is handy when you want to post photos, reserve a snorkelling trip or keep in touch with home. Yeohaengyusim's eSIM gets you online the moment your plane touches down, linking to the Dhiraagu and Ooredoo Maldives networks, so there is no line at Malé airport and no costly roaming. Set it up from the QR code before you fly.

Time difference

4 hours behind Korea (UTC+5)

Best time to travel

Dry season, November–April

Power outlets

Type D/G (adapter recommended)

How to activate

Install by QR code before departure

Why an eSIM makes sense in the Maldives

Plenty of resorts offer Wi-Fi, yet once you leave the villa (hopping between islands, out on a boat or on an excursion) having your own data line is easier. Korean carrier roaming costs a lot here; an eSIM puts you on a flat-rate plan so you are not tied to resort Wi-Fi. Calls still come through on your Korean number, unchanged.

Network coverage in Maldives

Carrier

Dhiraagu

+ Ooredoo Maldives

Network

4G/LTE (5G in Malé)

Coverage

Malé, atolls, resort islands

How do I install a Maldives eSIM?

1
Buy a plan
Choose a data plan for Maldives and complete payment.
2
Scan the QR code
Open the email we sent and point your phone camera at its QR code.
3
Install the eSIM
Complete the eSIM installation as prompted. Doing it before you leave is simplest.
4
Connect on arrival
Once you land in Maldives, switch data roaming on and you're online.

1
Buy a plan
Choose a data plan for Maldives and complete payment.
2
Scan the QR code
Open the email we sent and point your phone camera at its QR code.
3
Install the eSIM
Complete the eSIM installation as prompted. Doing it before you leave is simplest.
4
Connect on arrival
Once you land in Maldives, switch data roaming on and you're online.

Which plan is right for me?

Short trip

For a short 3–7 day trip, an unlimited data plan is ideal.

Business trip

We recommend a high-data plan with plenty for video calls and email.

Long stay

Staying a month or more? A large-data plan gives the best value.

Family trip

Families sharing a connection across multiple devices should pick a tethering-enabled plan with a generous data allowance.

eSIM, local SIM or pocket Wi-Fi: what suits a trip to Maldives best?

	eSIM	Local SIM	Pocket Wi-Fi
Activation	Instant (QR code)	Buy locally	Pick up / delivery
Setup	2 minutes	SIM swap needed	Separate device
Price	From ₩15,806	₩10,000~50,000	₩5,000~15,000/day
Network	Local 4G/LTE	Local 4G/LTE	Local 4G/LTE
Devices	1 smartphone	1 smartphone	Up to 5
Flexibility	Top up any time	Fixed data	Daily rental
Best for	Ideal for travellers	Long stays	Families / groups

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