{"id":9901,"date":"2023-09-28T01:26:33","date_gmt":"2023-09-28T01:26:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tripplanning.org\/?p=9901"},"modified":"2024-03-16T09:29:32","modified_gmt":"2024-03-16T09:29:32","slug":"currency-in-south-korea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tripplanning.org\/currency-in-south-korea\/","title":{"rendered":"What Currency Is Used in South Korea?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you thinking of going to South Korea in the near future? Here’s a brief summary of the currency and payment alternatives you’ll have during your stay, so you can be well-prepared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Currency in South Korea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In South Korea, the official currency is the South Korean won, denoted by the currency code KRW and represented by the symbol \u20a9. The frequently used banknote denominations include 1,000\u20a9, 5,000\u20a9, 10,000\u20a9, and 50,000\u20a9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Payment Options When Traveling to South Korea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you travel to South Korea, be prepared to handle your accommodation<\/strong> and dining expenses<\/strong>, along with covering transportation costs<\/strong> and any souvenirs<\/strong> you’d like to bring back. The following payment options are widely accepted in South Korea:<\/p>\n\n\n\n