[Notice] Financial Services & Card Issuance Guide for International Students
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국제처(교환학생-in)
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2026-08-21
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To help you enjoy a safe and convenient stay in Korea, we would like to provide guidance on financial services and card issuance tailored for international students. Please review the options below and choose the service that best fits your duration of stay and financial needs.
◦Target Audience : International students planning to stay in Korea for 6 months or longer
◦Key Features : Access to convenient and secure financial services similar to domestic residents
[Key Benefits]
◦Secure Financial Life:Reduces the risk of loss by eliminating the need to carry large amounts of cash.
◦Convenient Foreign Remittance:Sending and receiving overseas funds with fast and safe processing via bank networks.
◦Everyday Banking Convenience:
-Pay tuition, dormitory fees, and utility bills easily.
-Connect seamlessly to major local digital apps (Kakao Pay, Naver Pay, Coupang, Baemin, etc.).
◦Transit Benefits:Public transportation discounts with K-Pass & post-paid transit functionality (no pre-charging needed).
◦Card Rewards:Various discounts and point rewards based on card usage.
[Required Documents]
◦Standard
- Alien Registration Card(ARC, valid for 6+ months)
- Certificate of Enrollment
- Security Deposit of KRW 350,000
◦Exceptions (If an account is urgently needed for scholarships, etc.):
- Passport
- Certificate of Alien Registration
- Proof of Residence
- Certificate of Enrollment
※ Depending on nationality, additional documents may be required.
◦Target Audience : Short-term students staying under 6 months or long-term students approaching departure
◦Available Services : Transit card functionality & payments at domestic credit card merchants
[Key Features]
◦Easy Sign-up:Simple membership registration via individual email verification.
◦Card Pickup:Pickup available at Woori Bank Currency Exchange Booths at Incheon International Airport or the Seoul National University Branch*.
* 1F, Shinyang Hall(College of Humanities 4 Dong)
◦Recharging:Currency exchange and top-ups available via virtual accounts at Woori Bank branches and ATMs nationwide.
If you have any questions, please feel free to visit Woori Bank Seoul National University branch or contact the office in charge.
Thank you!
- Bank Account-Based Debit Card
◦Target Audience : International students planning to stay in Korea for 6 months or longer
◦Key Features : Access to convenient and secure financial services similar to domestic residents
[Key Benefits]
◦Secure Financial Life:Reduces the risk of loss by eliminating the need to carry large amounts of cash.
◦Convenient Foreign Remittance:Sending and receiving overseas funds with fast and safe processing via bank networks.
◦Everyday Banking Convenience:
-Pay tuition, dormitory fees, and utility bills easily.
-Connect seamlessly to major local digital apps (Kakao Pay, Naver Pay, Coupang, Baemin, etc.).
◦Transit Benefits:Public transportation discounts with K-Pass & post-paid transit functionality (no pre-charging needed).
◦Card Rewards:Various discounts and point rewards based on card usage.
[Required Documents]
◦Standard
- Alien Registration Card(ARC, valid for 6+ months)
- Certificate of Enrollment
- Security Deposit of KRW 350,000
◦Exceptions (If an account is urgently needed for scholarships, etc.):
- Passport
- Certificate of Alien Registration
- Proof of Residence
- Certificate of Enrollment
※ Depending on nationality, additional documents may be required.
- Prepaid Rechargeable Card Service (e.g., NOL WORLD Prepaid Card, etc.)
◦Target Audience : Short-term students staying under 6 months or long-term students approaching departure
◦Available Services : Transit card functionality & payments at domestic credit card merchants
[Key Features]
◦Easy Sign-up:Simple membership registration via individual email verification.
◦Card Pickup:Pickup available at Woori Bank Currency Exchange Booths at Incheon International Airport or the Seoul National University Branch*.
* 1F, Shinyang Hall(College of Humanities 4 Dong)
◦Recharging:Currency exchange and top-ups available via virtual accounts at Woori Bank branches and ATMs nationwide.
If you have any questions, please feel free to visit Woori Bank Seoul National University branch or contact the office in charge.
Thank you!