1 KRW to KPW1 South Korean Won = 0.6544 North Korean Won
🇰🇷 1 South Korean Won (₩1) is worth 🏳️ 0.6544 North Korean Won (KPW0.6544) at the current exchange rate of 1 KRW = 0.6544 KPW. Rates were last updated Sep 21, 2026, 10:00 PM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the KRW to KPW rate rose 0.58% (high 0.6716 on September 8, 2026, low 0.6493 on September 20, 2026, average 0.659). Over the last 90 days, the KRW to KPW rate rose 12.49% (high 0.6716 on September 8, 2026, low 0.5782 on July 1, 2026, average 0.6297).
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Convert 1 South Korean Won to North Korean Won
1 KRW = KPW0.6544 KPW
1 KPW = ₩1.5281 KRW
- 30-day change
- +0.58%
- 90-day high
- 0.6716
- 90-day low
- 0.5782
Last updated: Sep 21, 2026, 10:00 PM UTC
Convert South Korean Won to North Korean Won
| KRW | KPW |
|---|---|
| ₩1 KRW | KPW0.6544 KPW |
| ₩5 KRW | KPW3.272 KPW |
| ₩10 KRW | KPW6.544 KPW |
| ₩25 KRW | KPW16.3601 KPW |
| ₩50 KRW | KPW32.7201 KPW |
| ₩100 KRW | KPW65.4403 KPW |
| ₩500 KRW | KPW327.2015 KPW |
| ₩1,000 KRW | KPW654.4029 KPW |
| ₩5,000 KRW | KPW3,272.01 KPW |
| ₩10,000 KRW | KPW6,544.03 KPW |
Convert North Korean Won to South Korean Won
| KPW | KRW |
|---|---|
| KPW1 KPW | ₩1.5281 KRW |
| KPW5 KPW | ₩7.6406 KRW |
| KPW10 KPW | ₩15.2811 KRW |
| KPW25 KPW | ₩38.2028 KRW |
| KPW50 KPW | ₩76.4055 KRW |
| KPW100 KPW | ₩152.8111 KRW |
| KPW500 KPW | ₩764.0553 KRW |
| KPW1,000 KPW | ₩1,528.11 KRW |
| KPW5,000 KPW | ₩7,640.55 KRW |
| KPW10,000 KPW | ₩15,281.11 KRW |
KRW to KPW exchange rate history
KRW to KPW – last 90 days
KRW to KPW – last 12 months
KRW to KPW exchange rate history
Over the last 90 days, the South Korean Won traded between 0.5782 and 0.6716 North Korean Won, averaging 0.6297. The KRW/KPW rate is up 12.49% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest KRW to KPW rate was 0.6716 (September 8, 2026) and the lowest was 0.5782 (July 1, 2026). The rate is up 1.87% year on year, meaning the South Korean Won has gained value against the North Korean Won.
| Date | 1 KRW in KPW | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 20, 2026 | 0.6493 | -0.79% |
| August 30, 2026 | 0.6544 | +7.82% |
| July 22, 2026 | 0.607 | +3.53% |
| June 28, 2026 | 0.5863 | -0.93% |
| May 23, 2026 | 0.5918 | -2.45% |
| April 23, 2026 | 0.6066 | +1.00% |
| March 24, 2026 | 0.6006 | -3.45% |
| February 22, 2026 | 0.6221 | +1.53% |
| January 23, 2026 | 0.6127 | -0.34% |
| December 24, 2025 | 0.6148 | +0.65% |
| November 24, 2025 | 0.6108 | -2.33% |
| October 25, 2025 | 0.6254 | -2.65% |
| September 25, 2025 | 0.6424 | – |
Historical figures use daily reference rates: sampled every three days for the 90-day view and monthly for the 12-month view, plus today's live rate.
The South Korean Won is the official currency of South Korea, issued under the oversight of the Bank of Korea. It has been in use since 1962 and is divided into 100 Jeon (not used).
South Korea is a leading global economy and technology hub. The won is important for Asian trade, particularly in electronics, automobiles, and semiconductors.
More about KRW →The North Korean Won (KPW) is traded against the South Korean Won and other world currencies. See the KPW page for its live rates against major currencies.
More about KPW →How to convert South Korean Won to North Korean Won
- Enter the amount of KRW you want to convert in the “Amount” box.
- Check that KRW is selected as the source and KPW as the target (use the swap button to reverse them).
- See the KPW value update instantly, or press Convert to open a shareable page for that exact amount.
Frequently asked questions about KRW to KPW
How much is 1 South Korean Won in North Korean Won?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 South Korean Won (KRW) = 0.6544 North Korean Won (KPW). The rate comes from the mid-market reference rate and is refreshed hourly.
How much is 100 South Korean Won in North Korean Won?
As of September 21, 2026, 100 KRW is equal to 65.4403 KPW, based on a rate of 0.6544 KPW per KRW.
How much is 1 North Korean Won in South Korean Won?
As of September 21, 2026, 1 North Korean Won (KPW) = 1.5281 South Korean Won (KRW).
What has the KRW to KPW exchange rate done recently?
Over the last 30 days the KRW/KPW rate changed by +0.58%, ranging from 0.6493 to 0.6716. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 0.5782 to 0.6716 and changed by +12.49%.
Which is stronger, the South Korean Won or the North Korean Won?
The North Korean Won is currently worth more per unit than the South Korean Won: 1 KRW = 0.6544 KPW, and 1 KPW = 1.5281 KRW. A higher number per unit does not by itself mean a stronger economy; it also reflects how each currency is denominated.
When is the best time to convert KRW to KPW?
Currencies trade 24 hours a day from Monday morning in Sydney to Friday evening in New York, and rates move by the minute while markets are open. Liquidity is usually highest around 1–4 PM GMT, when the London and New York sessions overlap. Watching the 90-day range above helps you judge whether today's rate is high or low compared with recent weeks.
Is this the rate I will get at a bank or exchange service?
No. The figures on this page are mid-market reference rates used for information. Banks, cash exchanges and money-transfer services add a margin or fee, so the amount you actually receive is usually a little lower than the converted amount shown here.