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WOWPASS Cashless Prepaid Card

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Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Transfers available

Enjoy easy cashless payments and public transport access across Korea with a single prepaid WOWPASS card.

Use your card everywhere, from buses and subways to shops and restaurants, even where international cards aren’t accepted.

Manage your spending easily with a mobile app for real-time balance checks, top-ups, and instant transaction tracking.

Exchange foreign currency to Korean won at kiosks or in-app, and withdraw cash when needed, no more hunting for exchange offices.

Unlock exclusive rewards, discounts, and cashback at popular Korean brands, making every purchase go further.

WOWPASS prepaid travel card

Cashless payment at most locations in Korea

Public transportation access (buses, subways, taxis)

Mobile app for balance check and card management

Currency exchange to Korean won via machines or app

Card top-up via credit cards, e-wallets, or cash

Cash withdrawal from machines (up to 100,000 KRW per withdrawal)

Withdrawal fee of 1,000 KRW per cash withdrawal

Meals and personal expenses

Optional upgrades or premium services not specified

Transportation card cost if not using WOWPASS

Any benefits or discounts not listed in the app

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Enjoy seamless cashless payments and public transport access across Korea with the WOWPASS Cashless Prepaid Card.

Getting started

Pick up your WOWPASS card at a participating kiosk in major hotels or subway stations. Activate your card and load funds using cash, credit card, or e-wallet, then download the app to manage your balance and track spending.

What to expect

WOWPASS Cashless Prepaid Card

Recognized as Korea’s leading travel card with over 2.5 million users, WOWPASS is designed for visitors seeking convenience and security while exploring the country. The card is widely accepted, even where international credit cards are not, and doubles as a transportation card for buses, subways, and taxis.

Features

Cashless payments: Use your card at most stores, restaurants, and attractions throughout Korea, avoiding foreign transaction fees.

Public transport access: Tap to ride buses, subways, and taxis—no need for separate transit cards or paper tickets.

Easy top-up and currency exchange: Instantly load funds in 16 currencies via kiosks or the app, with competitive exchange rates.

Real-time app management: Track transactions, check your balance, and transfer funds to friends directly from the mobile app.

Security and flexibility: Pause your card if lost, reissue instantly, and retain your remaining balance.

Cash withdrawal: Withdraw up to 100,000 KRW per transaction at kiosks for a small fee, whenever you need cash.

Exclusive rewards: Enjoy discounts, cashback, and coupons at top Korean brands, all visible in the app.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID for card issuance if requested.

Ensure you have a mobile device capable of downloading and using the WOWPASS app for card management and access to full features.

Bring a credit card, e-wallet, or cash for card top-up at machines.

What’s not allowed

The card cannot be used for purchases or withdrawals exceeding your available balance.

Use of the card for any illegal activities is strictly prohibited.

Benefits, discounts, and rewards not listed in the WOWPASS app are not included.

Accessibility

WOWPASS card machines are located at various hotels, subway stations, and other accessible public locations across Korea. However, machine accessibility may vary by location.

Additional information

Register your card in the WOWPASS app immediately after issuance to protect your balance in case of loss.

The maximum cash withdrawal per transaction is 100,000 KRW, with a 1,000 KRW fee per withdrawal.

Card validity period is not specified; please check in the app or at the time of issuance.

Some benefits, rewards, and discounts are only available via the app and may change over time.

Meals, personal expenses, and optional upgrades or premium services not specified are not included.

The card can be used for cashless payments at most locations in Korea and for public transportation (buses, subways, taxis).

Real-time transaction tracking, balance checks, and card management are available through the WOWPASS app.

If your card is lost, you can pause/suspend it and re-issue a new card to retain your balance via the app.

For the best experience, download the WOWPASS app before your trip and familiarize yourself with its features.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.