If you live in Seoul or plan to travel around the city frequently, the Climate Card (기후동행카드) can help you save money on public transportation. The good news is that foreign residents and tourists can also use this card.
🌱 What Is the Climate Card?
The Climate Card is a transportation pass introduced by the Seoul Metropolitan Government. It allows unlimited use of public transportation in Seoul for a fixed period.
With one card, you can use:
The system was introduced to encourage public transportation use and reduce carbon emissions.
🌍 Can Foreigners Use It?
Yes.
Anyone can use the Climate Card, including foreigners and tourists. There are no restrictions based on nationality or residency.
To make it easier for visitors, Seoul also introduced a short-term “tourist pass” version of the Climate Card.
💳 Types of Passes
The Climate Card offers several usage options depending on how long you plan to stay.
Short-Term Tourist Pass
Good for visitors staying in Seoul for a few days.
Typical prices include:
1-day pass: about 5,000 KRW
2-day pass: about 8,000 KRW
3-day pass: about 10,000 KRW
5-day pass: about 15,000 KRW
Monthly Pass
Good for residents or long-term visitors.
About 62,000 KRW for subway and bus use
About 65,000 KRW including Seoul Bike (Ttareungi)
The pass provides unlimited rides during the selected period.
📍 Where to Buy
Foreign visitors can buy the physical Climate Card at:
Tourist Information Centers (e.g., Seoul Tourism Plaza, Myeongdong)
Subway station customer service centers
Convenience stores near subway stations
The card itself usually costs about 3,000 KRW, and you then load the pass you want to use.
👍 Why It’s Useful
The Climate Card is especially convenient for people who:
The Seoul government estimates that users can save around 30,000 KRW per month on transportation costs.
⚠️ Things to Know
The card works only within the Seoul public transportation network.
Some lines such as the Shinbundang Line are not included.
Taxis cannot be paid with the Climate Card.
If you travel outside Seoul’s coverage area, additional fares may apply.
If you live in Seoul or plan to travel around the city frequently, the Climate Card (기후동행카드) can help you save money on public transportation. The good news is that foreign residents and tourists can also use this card.
🌱 What Is the Climate Card?
The Climate Card is a transportation pass introduced by the Seoul Metropolitan Government. It allows unlimited use of public transportation in Seoul for a fixed period.
With one card, you can use:
Seoul subways
Seoul city buses
Seoul Bike (Ttareungi) in some plans
Hangang River Bus (in certain services)
The system was introduced to encourage public transportation use and reduce carbon emissions.
🌍 Can Foreigners Use It?
Yes.
Anyone can use the Climate Card, including foreigners and tourists. There are no restrictions based on nationality or residency.
To make it easier for visitors, Seoul also introduced a short-term “tourist pass” version of the Climate Card.
💳 Types of Passes
The Climate Card offers several usage options depending on how long you plan to stay.
Short-Term Tourist Pass
Good for visitors staying in Seoul for a few days.
Typical prices include:
1-day pass: about 5,000 KRW
2-day pass: about 8,000 KRW
3-day pass: about 10,000 KRW
5-day pass: about 15,000 KRW
Monthly Pass
Good for residents or long-term visitors.
About 62,000 KRW for subway and bus use
About 65,000 KRW including Seoul Bike (Ttareungi)
The pass provides unlimited rides during the selected period.
📍 Where to Buy
Foreign visitors can buy the physical Climate Card at:
Tourist Information Centers (e.g., Seoul Tourism Plaza, Myeongdong)
Subway station customer service centers
Convenience stores near subway stations
The card itself usually costs about 3,000 KRW, and you then load the pass you want to use.
👍 Why It’s Useful
The Climate Card is especially convenient for people who:
commute daily in Seoul
plan to visit multiple places in the city
want to avoid repeatedly paying for individual transit fares
The Seoul government estimates that users can save around 30,000 KRW per month on transportation costs.
⚠️ Things to Know
The card works only within the Seoul public transportation network.
Some lines such as the Shinbundang Line are not included.
Taxis cannot be paid with the Climate Card.
If you travel outside Seoul’s coverage area, additional fares may apply.