The official currency is KRW. Payment habits vary by merchant and location, so travellers should combine a primary card, a backup method and a practical amount of local cash.
1 KRW = 0.00074 USD
Reference rate only. Banks and payment providers may use different rates and fees.
The official currency is KRW. Payment habits vary by merchant and location, so travellers should combine a primary card, a backup method and a practical amount of local cash.
CurrencyFlow rates are for budgeting and comparison, not guaranteed bank, card or exchange-counter quotes.
Cards and mobile payments are widely used, though cash can help at markets and small vendors.
International cards are common in cities, hotels and larger stores.
Contactless and mobile-wallet acceptance depends on the merchant, network and device.
ATMs marked for global cards are useful; availability and fees vary.
If an ATM or terminal offers conversion into your home currency, compare the disclosed rate and fees with paying in the local currency before accepting.
Tipping is generally not expected in ordinary service settings.
Before travel, notify the card issuer when necessary, check foreign-transaction and ATM fees, and keep a backup payment method.
Airport exchange counters can be convenient but may use wider spreads or additional charges.
| Pair | Reference rate | Open |
|---|---|---|
 KRW/ AUD | 1 KRW = 0.00104 AUD | View KRW to AUD → |
KRW/ CAD | 1 KRW = 0.00103 CAD | View KRW to CAD → |
KRW/ CNY | 1 KRW = 0.00499 CNY | View KRW to CNY → |
KRW/ EUR | 1 KRW = 0.00064 EUR | View KRW to EUR → |
KRW/ GBP | 1 KRW = 0.00055 GBP | View KRW to GBP → |
KRW/ JPY | 1 KRW = 0.11469 JPY | View KRW to JPY → |
KRW/ SGD | 1 KRW = 0.00094 SGD | View KRW to SGD → |
KRW/ USD | 1 KRW = 0.00074 USD | View KRW to USD → |
The official currency is KRW.
Cards and mobile payments are widely used, though cash can help at markets and small vendors.
International cards are common in cities, hotels and larger stores.
Check the local operator fee, card-issuer fee, withdrawal limit and any dynamic currency conversion offer.
Payment practices vary by merchant, location and time. Check current monetary, customs and card-issuer guidance before travel.