500 KRW to KPW500 South Korean Won = 327.5103 North Korean Won
🇰🇷 500 South Korean Won (₩500) is worth 🏳️ 327.5103 North Korean Won (KPW327.5103) at the current exchange rate of 1 KRW = 0.655 KPW. Rates were last updated Sep 22, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC.
Over the last 30 days, the KRW to KPW rate rose 0.61% (high 0.6725 on September 9, 2026, low 0.6496 on September 18, 2026, average 0.6596). Over the last 90 days, the KRW to KPW rate rose 12.51% (high 0.6725 on September 9, 2026, low 0.5794 on July 2, 2026, average 0.6319).
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Convert 500 South Korean Won to North Korean Won
1 KRW = KPW0.655 KPW
1 KPW = ₩1.5267 KRW
- 30-day change
- +0.61%
- 90-day high
- 0.6725
- 90-day low
- 0.5794
Last updated: Sep 22, 2026, 12:00 AM UTC
Convert South Korean Won to North Korean Won
| KRW | KPW |
|---|---|
| ₩1 KRW | KPW0.655 KPW |
| ₩5 KRW | KPW3.2751 KPW |
| ₩10 KRW | KPW6.5502 KPW |
| ₩25 KRW | KPW16.3755 KPW |
| ₩50 KRW | KPW32.751 KPW |
| ₩100 KRW | KPW65.5021 KPW |
| ₩500 KRW | KPW327.5103 KPW |
| ₩1,000 KRW | KPW655.0207 KPW |
| ₩5,000 KRW | KPW3,275.10 KPW |
| ₩10,000 KRW | KPW6,550.21 KPW |
Convert North Korean Won to South Korean Won
| KPW | KRW |
|---|---|
| KPW1 KPW | ₩1.5267 KRW |
| KPW5 KPW | ₩7.6333 KRW |
| KPW10 KPW | ₩15.2667 KRW |
| KPW25 KPW | ₩38.1667 KRW |
| KPW50 KPW | ₩76.3335 KRW |
| KPW100 KPW | ₩152.6669 KRW |
| KPW500 KPW | ₩763.3347 KRW |
| KPW1,000 KPW | ₩1,526.67 KRW |
| KPW5,000 KPW | ₩7,633.35 KRW |
| KPW10,000 KPW | ₩15,266.69 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 0.5794 and 0.6725 North Korean Won, averaging 0.6319. The KRW/KPW rate is up 12.51% over that period.
Over the last 12 months, the highest KRW to KPW rate was 0.6725 (September 9, 2026) and the lowest was 0.5794 (July 2, 2026). The rate is up 2.64% year on year, meaning the South Korean Won has gained value against the North Korean Won.
| Date | 1 KRW in KPW | Change |
|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2026 | 0.6503 | -0.67% |
| August 31, 2026 | 0.6547 | +7.81% |
| July 20, 2026 | 0.6073 | +4.20% |
| June 29, 2026 | 0.5828 | -1.53% |
| May 24, 2026 | 0.5918 | -2.44% |
| April 24, 2026 | 0.6066 | +0.79% |
| March 25, 2026 | 0.6019 | -3.44% |
| February 23, 2026 | 0.6233 | +0.21% |
| January 24, 2026 | 0.622 | -0.01% |
| December 25, 2025 | 0.622 | +1.82% |
| November 25, 2025 | 0.6109 | -2.41% |
| October 26, 2025 | 0.626 | -1.90% |
| September 26, 2025 | 0.6382 | – |
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 22, 2026, 1 South Korean Won (KRW) = 0.655 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 22, 2026, 100 KRW is equal to 65.5021 KPW, based on a rate of 0.655 KPW per KRW.
How much is 1 North Korean Won in South Korean Won?
As of September 22, 2026, 1 North Korean Won (KPW) = 1.5267 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 +0.61%, ranging from 0.6496 to 0.6725. Over the last 90 days it ranged from 0.5794 to 0.6725 and changed by +12.51%.
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 = 0.655 KPW, and 1 KPW = 1.5267 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.