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LG U+ Mobile Plan for Foreigners – Up to 55% Off

GlobalBiz has partnered with LG U+ to offer up to 55% off on mobile plans exclusively for foreign students and workers living in Korea.
Unlimited calls & texts + data from just ₩27,750/month.

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Event Summary

EligibleForeign students (D-visa) & workers (E-visa) in Korea
DiscountUp to 55% off monthly fee
Starting price₩27,750/month (Plan 61, 5G)
How to applyKakaoTalk / WeChat consultation
PartnersGlobalBiz × LG U+

Available Plans

Plan Original Discounted Data
Plan 61 (5G) ⭐ Best Value ₩61,000 ₩27,750/mo 31GB/month (1Mbps after limit)
Plan 69 (LTE) Heavy Users ₩69,000 ₩31,750/mo 5GB/day (5Mbps after limit)

Both plans include unlimited calls & texts.


Required Documents

  1. Passport – Full-color scanner scan (original)
    ⚠️ Scanner scans ONLY. Smartphone photos or scanning apps are NOT accepted.
  2. Visa issuance confirmation
    Smartphone photo accepted.
  3. Employment contract OR Admission letter
    Smartphone photo accepted.
⚠️ Important: All four edges of every document must be fully visible and all text must be clearly legible. Blurry or re-scanned files will be rejected.

❌ Common reasons passports are rejected:

  • Printed copy or photo that has been re-scanned
  • Passport edges cut off in the scan
  • Scanned using a mobile app
  • Smartphone camera photo
  • Unreadable resolution
  • Folded or damaged passport

Phone Information Required for Extra Discount

To apply the additional 25% LG U+ discount, please prepare:

  • IMEI numbers × 2
  • EID number × 1
  • Phone model name (e.g. iPhone 17 Pro, Galaxy S22)
  • Serial number and storage capacity (e.g. 512GB)

📱 How to find: Dial *#06# — or go to Settings → General → About


Frequently Asked Questions

Can foreigners activate a mobile plan in Korea?

Yes. With a passport and proof of employment or enrollment, you can activate a plan just like a Korean citizen.

What does “up to 55% discount” mean?

It combines the GlobalBiz special rate with LG U+’s installment discount. For Plan 61: ₩61,000 → ₩27,750/month.

Can I submit a smartphone photo of my passport?

No. Carrier regulations require a full-color scanner scan of the original passport only.

My data isn’t working after activation. What should I do?

① Check mobile data is ON ② Ensure SIM is properly inserted ③ Restart phone 2–3 times. Resolves 90%+ of issues.

How do I get a consultation?

KakaoTalk (@globalbiz) or WeChat (globalbiz_lgu) — Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–6:00 PM KST.


Why GlobalBiz?

Many foreigners in Korea miss out on telecom discounts due to language barriers and complex paperwork. GlobalBiz partnered with LG U+ to fix this — offering consultation in Korean, English, and Chinese, and guiding you from document review to completed activation.


💛 KakaoTalk Consultation 💬 WeChat: globalbiz_lgu

📞 010-8977-7768  |  Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00 KST