Exchange South Korean Won for Cash in the UK

We accept South Korean Won coins, current banknotes and withdrawn notes — including currency banks won't exchange.

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1. Add your South Korean Won

Select the notes and coins you want to exchange

2. Send your currency

Post your currency using our free secure envelope

3. Get paid to your bank

Receive payment within 5 working days

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What we accept: South Korean Won coins Current South Korean Won banknotes Withdrawn South Korean Won banknotes

Current South Korean Won Exchange Rates

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Exchange Rates

Currency Type	Rate (GBP)
Current Banknotes	£0.000312
Withdrawn Notes	£0.000248
South Korean Won Coins	£0.000184

Last updated: 5 July 2026 at 13:00

South Korean Won Banknotes & Coins We Accept

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About South Korean Won Exchange

The South Korean Won (KRW) is the official currency of South Korea, issued by the Bank of Korea and used across one of Asia’s most visited travel and business destinations. We accept all denominations of South Korean Won banknotes and coins, including older series and damaged notes.

Current South Korean Won Banknotes

The current Won banknote series features a range of denominations with distinctive security features including holograms, colour-shifting ink, and watermarks. We accept all current KRW banknotes, and unlike most high street exchanges, there is no need to sort your notes before sending — simply include everything you have left over from your trip. If you also brought back currency from elsewhere in the region, we also exchange Japanese Yen and Chinese Yuan.

Old Series & Damaged Notes

Unlike most currency exchanges, we accept older withdrawn series of South Korean Won banknotes as well as notes that are torn, faded, or otherwise damaged. As long as a note is at least 50% intact, we can make you an offer, though the rate applied will be slightly lower than for current-series notes. If you are unsure whether your notes qualify, the safest approach is simply to include them — we will assess everything on receipt.

South Korean Won Coins

We also accept South Korean Won coins, including the smaller denomination jeon and won coins that many travellers find impossible to use up before coming home. Coins are exchanged at a lower rate than banknotes due to the additional handling costs involved, but there is no reason to leave them gathering dust in a drawer. We accept coins across all current denominations, so feel free to include your loose change alongside any banknotes.

Why Exchange With Us?

Competitive exchange rates updated daily
Accept coins and damaged notes that banks won’t take
We verify your currency and pay you within 5 working days
No hidden fees or charges

South Korean Won Exchange FAQ

Can I exchange South Korean Won that I have had sitting around for years?

Yes, we accept both current and older withdrawn series of South Korean Won banknotes. If your notes are from an older issue, they will be assessed at a slightly reduced rate, but there is no cut-off point beyond which we automatically refuse them — simply send what you have and we will let you know what we can offer.

Do you accept South Korean Won coins as well as banknotes?

Yes. South Korean Won coins come in a range of denominations including 10, 50, 100, and 500 won, and we accept them all. The exchange rate for coins is slightly lower than for banknotes due to handling costs, but it is well worth including them rather than leaving them unused.

How do I send my South Korean Won and when will I be paid?

Simply box up your leftover Won from your trip to South Korea and post it to us yourself — we do not arrange collection. Once your currency arrives, we will verify it and process your payment within 5 working days via bank transfer or PayPal. If for any reason you are not happy with the rate we offer, we will return your currency free of charge.

My South Korean Won banknote is torn — can I still exchange it?

Yes, as long as the note is at least 50% intact, we can make you an offer. Most high street exchanges and banks will turn away damaged notes, so if you have come home with a worn or torn note, sending it to us is likely your best option for recovering its value.

Is the South Korean Won easy to exchange in the UK?

The Won is not as widely exchanged on the UK high street as currencies such as Japanese Yen or Chinese Yuan, and many banks and post offices will decline to buy it back. Our postal service exists precisely for situations like this — we specialise in currencies that are tricky to exchange locally, so you are not left out of pocket after your trip.

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