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Prepare the following before you visit the bank:
Alien Registration Card (ARC)
Passport and valid visa
Korean address proof
Korean phone number
Certificate of employment or student status (if required)
Popular options for foreigners include:
Hana Bank (highly foreigner-friendly)
Woori Bank
KB Kookmin Bank
Shinhan Bank
Busan Bank (for those living in Busan)
Take a numbered ticket upon entry
Wait for your turn
For convenience, try to find a branch with English-speaking staff
Hand over your prepared documents to the teller
The staff may ask if you want:
An ATM or debit card
Online or mobile banking
International transfer service
You will receive:
A bankbook (ํต์ฅ)
A debit/ATM card
Some banks offer instant card printing on-site
Download the bankโs official mobile app
Register using your ARC and phone number
Staff can assist you during the setup processย
Enhance your account with extra features:
Link your debit card to a transport card
Enable online shopping and payments
Set up international wire transfers
Make sure you have:
ARC
Passport + visa
Korean address
Certificate (if needed)
ATM card
Bank app installed
Visit Hana Bankย for more foreigner support
Bring a Korean friend or use a translation app (like Papago)
Arrive early banks usually close by 4 PM on weekdays
๐ Welcome to Korean Banking! You're now ready to bank, pay, shop, and travel with ease.
A step by step guide to help you start banking with confidence
๐ Step 1: Gather Your Documents
Prepare the following before you visit the bank:
Alien Registration Card (ARC)
Passport and valid visa
Korean address proof
Korean phone number
Certificate of employment or student status (if required)
๐ฆ Step 2: Choose a Bank
Popular options for foreigners include:
Hana Bank (highly foreigner-friendly)
Woori Bank
KB Kookmin Bank
Shinhan Bank
Busan Bank (for those living in Busan)
๐ง Step 3: Visit a Bank Branch
Take a numbered ticket upon entry
Wait for your turn
For convenience, try to find a branch with English-speaking staff
๐ฌ Step 4: Submit Your Documents
Hand over your prepared documents to the teller
The staff may ask if you want:
An ATM or debit card
Online or mobile banking
International transfer service
๐ณ Step 5: Get Your Bankbook & Card
You will receive:
A bankbook (ํต์ฅ)
A debit/ATM card
๐ฒ Step 6: Set Up Mobile/Online Banking
Download the bankโs official mobile app
Register using your ARC and phone number
Staff can assist you during the setup processย
๐ Step 7: Optional Services
Enhance your account with extra features:
Link your debit card to a transport card
Enable online shopping and payments
Set up international wire transfers
โ Quick Checklist
Make sure you have:
ARC
Passport + visa
Korean address
Korean phone number
Certificate (if needed)
ATM card
Bank app installed
๐ก Tips for a Smooth Process
Visit Hana Bankย for more foreigner support
Bring a Korean friend or use a translation app (like Papago)
Arrive early banks usually close by 4 PM on weekdays