EUR to KRW Exchange Rate Today
Euro to Won conversion for K-pop tourists, European companies in Korea, and bilateral trade. Track live EUR/KRW rates daily.
1000 EUR =
1,618,147.30KRW
1 KRW = 0.0006 EUR
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EUR to KRW conversion table
Common amounts at the current mid-market rate of 1 EUR = 1,618 KRW.
| EUR | KRW |
|---|---|
| 1 EUR | 1,618 KRW |
| 5 EUR | 8,091 KRW |
| 10 EUR | 16,181 KRW |
| 25 EUR | 40,454 KRW |
| 50 EUR | 80,907 KRW |
| 100 EUR | 161,815 KRW |
| 500 EUR | 809,074 KRW |
| 1,000 EUR | 1,618,147 KRW |
| 5,000 EUR | 8,090,737 KRW |
| KRW | EUR |
|---|---|
| 1 KRW | 0.0006 EUR |
| 5 KRW | 0.0031 EUR |
| 10 KRW | 0.0062 EUR |
| 25 KRW | 0.0154 EUR |
| 50 KRW | 0.0309 EUR |
| 100 KRW | 0.0618 EUR |
| 500 KRW | 0.3090 EUR |
| 1,000 KRW | 0.6180 EUR |
| 5,000 KRW | 3.09 EUR |
Mid-market rate — the midpoint banks trade at, before any provider adds a margin. What you actually receive is below.
What you actually get for 1,000 EUR
Nobody converts at the mid-market rate. At 1 EUR = 1,618 KRW, a perfect conversion of 1,000 EUR would be 1,618,147 KRW. Here is what 13 services would really send, fee and exchange-rate margin included.
| Service | Their rate | Fee | You get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revolutcheapest | 1,613 | 1.50 EUR | 1,610,899 KRW |
| Instarem | 1,608 | — | 1,608,277 KRW |
| MoneyGram | 1,610 | 1.49 EUR | 1,608,062 KRW |
| Taptap Send | 1,607 | — | 1,606,869 KRW |
| Paysend | 1,608 | 1.50 EUR | 1,605,186 KRW |
| Wise | 1,618 | 9.21 EUR | 1,603,244 KRW |
| XE | 1,602 | — | 1,601,966 KRW |
| WorldRemit | 1,602 | 1.01 EUR | 1,600,037 KRW |
| Remitly | 1,602 | 1.99 EUR | 1,598,434 KRW |
| Western Union | 1,593 | 1.99 EUR | 1,590,009 KRW |
| Ria Money Transfer | 1,589 | — | 1,589,021 KRW |
| Xoom | 1,578 | 2.94 EUR | 1,573,824 KRW |
| OFX | 1,584 | 9.83 EUR | 1,568,738 KRW |
On 1,000 EUR, the gap between the best and worst option here is 42,161 KRW — the same money, converted on the same day. That difference is the fee plus the margin each service builds into its rate, and it is the only part of this page you can do anything about. How exchange-rate markups work.
Typical pricing for a bank-funded transfer, not a live quote — promotional offers and payment method can change it. Check the provider before sending.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current EUR to KRW exchange rate?
The Euro to Korean Won rate typically ranges between ₩1,400-1,550 per €1. ECB and BOK policies, Europe-Korea trade, and semiconductor demand influence this rate. European companies like Airbus, luxury brands have significant Korean operations. Korean chaebols (Samsung, LG, Hyundai) sell heavily in Europe—requiring EUR/KRW management. Also, K-pop and Korean culture popularity drives European tourism to Seoul, Busan.
How important is Europe-Korea trade?
EU is Korea's third-largest trading partner. Korea exports semiconductors, cars (Hyundai, Kia), electronics, ships to Europe. EU exports machinery, pharmaceuticals, luxury goods to Korea. EU-Korea FTA (2011) boosted trade significantly. German engineering firms, French luxury brands, Italian fashion houses all have Korean presence. Samsung and LG compete with European brands globally—currency movements affect competitiveness.
What's the best way to send Euros to Korea?
Use Wise or OFX (1-1.5% fees), European banks with Asian networks, Korean banks' European operations (Shinhan, Woori), or for businesses, trade finance services. SEPA transfers within Europe then onwards to Korea take 3-4 days. For studying in Korea or business setup, use specialized education payment or corporate banking services. Many Europeans working in Korea use Revolut or Wise.
What market dynamics affect euro-won timing?
European K-pop fans attending BTS or Blackpink Seoul concerts benefit when euro exceeds ₩1,500 per EUR, reducing ticket and accommodation costs 8-12%. Samsung and SK Hynix quarterly earnings reports signal semiconductor demand—strong chip exports strengthen won within weeks. Europeans relocating for English teaching positions at Gangnam hagwons convert salaries before March/September school terms. BOK typically announces rates on Thursdays at 10 AM KST—surprise cuts weaken won immediately. EU-Korea FTA eliminations of 99% tariffs since 2011 created €100B+ annual trade, tying currencies to Hyundai EV sales in Europe and German machinery exports to Korean factories.
Why are Europeans interested in Korea?
K-pop (BTS, Blackpink), K-dramas (Squid Game, Parasite), Korean beauty products, and advanced technology attract Europeans. Seoul is modern, safe city with excellent public transport, vibrant nightlife, amazing food. Increasing numbers of European students study in Korea (universities like KAIST, Seoul National). Some Europeans work in English teaching or European companies' Korean operations. Strong euro makes Korea relatively affordable travel destination.
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