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The image shows a traditional Korean-style building with a multi-tiered, ornate roof beside a calm body of water. A bridge with red railings leads to the building, framed by trees with autumn-colored leaves.

Buy Korean Won (KRW) before you leave for Korea.

Are you starting your trip to Korea soon? Get ready for a wonderful stay with many places to visit. To travel without any worries, we always advise you to plan well in advance. Remember to find out as much as possible about your destination country. In the same way, we suggest that you get the most information about the use of the local currency, which is the Korean won (krw). For some of your purchases, it will be useful to have some cash. Although the use of bank cards is common, cash is useful. Therefore, before your departure, we invite you to check the korean won exchange rate as it would be better to buy your travel money before your departure.

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Practical tips for planning your budget

Plan on a daily budget of 95,648 won per person for your stay. This will allow you to stay in a mid-range hotel for two people, to eat and to buy your daily transport ticket.

If you wish to enjoy Korean food at a restaurant during your trip, please note that a meal will cost 8,000 won.

35,000 KRW

Average cost of a one night stay in South Korea

12,000 KRW

Average food budget per person per day

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Some price indications in South Korea

1,328 KRW
A public transport ticket

3,100 KRW

The price of a cup of coffee

39,000 WON/24H

A Discover Seoul pass

16,245 KRW

A bibimbap

800 KRW/KM

A taxi ride

FREE

Entrance fee to the National Museum of Korea, Seoul

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The image shows a traditional Korean Hanok with vibrant colors. The architecture features a tiled roof with intricate designs, wooden beams, and brightly painted walls in red and green, highlighting the cultural heritage of Korea.

Some suggestions for your stay

Gyeongju, to immerse yourself in Korean culture. A city enchanting by its unparalleled charm.
A botanical garden and its ecological bay, we are talking about Suncheon. Its beauty will win you over! You can also take a nice long walk in the surroundings and enjoy the calm and clear your head.
For a timeless getaway, visit Jeju and its traditional atmosphere and let it take you away.
Jeju offers a subtropical climate and is very suitable for hiking. Expect breathtaking scenery! Make a diversion to the Manjanggul Cave, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also the longest lava cave in the world.
The must-see Seoul! This megalopolis has a lot to offer in terms of attractions, activities, a mix of modern and ancient architecture, art galleries and much more.

Some facts about the Korean Won

The image shows various South Korean won banknotes with some areas pixelated or obscured. The banknotes are in denominations of 5000 and 10000 won, featuring prominent figures and colorful designs.

Denominations of the South Korean Won

Notes: 1,000 WON, 5,000 WON, 10,000 WON, 50,000 WON
Coins: 1 WON, 5 WON, 10 WON, 50 WON, 100 WON, 500 WON.

The word "yen" originated from the mispronunciation of 円, which is said "en" or "enne". There was a misinterpretation between the ancient Sino-Japanese script and its pronunciation. The image on the back of the 5,000 yen note is the painting "The Flowers of Kakitsubata", by Ōgata Kōrin.

The image shows a vibrant street scene with numerous signs in various languages, including English and Korean. The signs advertise a variety of food options such as baked chicken, oven-baked ribs, and other dishes. The architecture suggests an urban environment, possibly within a shopping or dining district. This image is interesting due to the cultural blend it represents and the bustling atmosphere it suggests.

Two individuals wearing traditional Korean hanboks stand in a corridor with wooden pillars and red walls. The setting suggests a historical or cultural significance, complementing their attire.

The Korean won replaced the Korean yen, issued from 1910 to 1945. In fact, the word "won" is derived from the Chinese yuan and the Japanese yen. Korean won banknotes show different Korean personalities, Korean culture and history. The fifty thousand won note shows the first woman to appear on a South Korean banknote Shin Saimdang, Korean artist, writer, calligrapher and poet.

Why buy South Korean won with Prosegur Change?

We offer preferential online rates to help you plan your trip to South Korea at the best possible price.
Take advantage of our better exchange rates and 0% commission when you reserve your currency online—
the most cost-effective way to exchange your NZD for KRW.

When placing your order, simply choose the Prosegur Change branch nearest you and collect your travel money with ease.

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FAQs

Any questions regarding our currency exchange services? Please read those FAQs to get all the answers you're after.

What is the current NZD to KRW exchange rate?

We update our exchange rates daily to be competitive and make sure our customer enjoy the best price. You can visit our exchange rate page to easily see the exchange rates applied on NZD to KRW currency exchange.

How long does it take to exchange NZD to KRW?

Exchanging NZD to KRW with Prosegur Change is easy and shouldn’t take more than a few minutes.

How can I exchange NZD to KRW online?

Select KRW as the destination currency, choose the amount of NZD you want to pay or the amount of KRW you need to see the price of your transaction. You can then proceed to the payment of your money exchange. After your order has been confirmed, you can come to pick it up at one of our branches in New Zealand.

If you have other questions, feel free to contact us and our team will do their best to assist you as quickly as possible.