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The Bank of Korea headquarters building in Seoul, which sets the value of the Korean won

Money in Korea: Cash, Cards, T-Money & Currency Exchange (2026)

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Last Updated: July 2026 Quick answer: Bring a Visa or Mastercard (Amex is hit-or-miss) plus about ₩100,000–200,000 in cash as backup — Korea is cashless for most locals, but small shops, markets, and some transit kiosks still don’t take foreign cards. Exchange most of your cash at a bank counter, a Myeongdong exchange shop, or […]

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How Much Does It Cost to Travel in Seoul? (2026 Price Guide)

Last Updated: June 2026 Quick answer: Seoul is mid-priced for a major Asian capital. A backpacker can travel on about ₩50,000–70,000 a day (excluding the room), a mid-range visitor on ₩120,000–200,000, and a comfort traveler ₩350,000 and up. Public transit is cheap (₩1,400 a ride), street food and local meals are great value, and the