Country Currency

South Korea Currency

South Korean Won is the official currency of South Korea.

Official currencySouth Korean Won
RegionAsia Pacific
Central bankBank of Korea

Local Money Notes

Payments and exchange basics

No separate fixed-rate or multi-currency arrangement is listed for this country.

Card payments are common, especially in cities; cash is useful for small local transactions.

KRW can react to export demand, technology cycles and regional risk sentiment.

Exchange-rate information is provided for reference only and is not financial, trading or investment advice.

FAQ

South Korea currency questions

What currency does South Korea use?

South Korean Won is the official currency of South Korea.

Does South Korea have multiple official currencies?

South Korea has one official currency listed here: South Korean Won.

Where can I compare South Korea exchange rates?

Use the related conversion links on this page to compare South Korea's official currency against major currencies.