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Transportation Cards

It can be quite a hassle to purchase a ticket or pay with cash each and every time you use public transportation during your trip. For convenience, try using a Korean transportation card (Tmoney Card, EZL Card, WOWPASS, Climate Card)! These are chargeable prepaid cards that do not require an account. Not only do they offer transfer discount benefits on public transportation, but most cards can be used for making payments at both online and offline stores, making them extremely convenient. Make your trip in Korea more easy and convenient with a simple card.

Tmoney Card & EZL Card

You can purchase and charge these cards at any convenience store nationwide. They can be used for all public transportation and at affiliated stores that display the logos of these cards. If you are under the age of 18 and wish to receive discount benefits for public transportation fees, you must register your date of birth when purchasing a card.

The Tmoney Card has the largest number of affiliated stores in Korea and it can be used for lockers in subway stations as well. There is also a foreigner-exclusive Tmoney card called Mpass Card that offers tourist-friendly and money-saving benefits, so travelers are recommended to compare the benefits before selecting a card.

+ Visit the following websites for more information
Tmoney website: www.tmoney.co.kr (English, Japanese, Chinese)
EZL Card website: myezl.com (English, Japanese, Chinese)

Foreigner-exclusive Tmoney cards

Mpass Card
Transportation card that offers rides on public transportation up to 20 times a day for a maximum of 7 days. Card types include 1-day pass (15,000 won), 2-day pass (23,000 won), 3-day pass (30,500 won), 5-day pass (47,500 won), and 7-day pass (64,500 won). The card is only valid for 30 days starting the issued date. Cards purchased after 17:00 receive 3,000 won discount automatically. Mpass Card also has the same transportation card features of a Tmoney Card. Reload the card at locations that sell the Tmoney Card, to use it on taxis, express buses, intercity buses, or trains.

* Card issuance and return location: Tmoney Town near Seoul Station, Exit 10 (Tmoney, 1F, Seoul City Tower, 110, Huam-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 중구 후암로110 서울시티타워 10층 티머니))

WOWPASS

WOWPASS is a foreigner-exclusive all-in-one prepaid card where you can use your home currency to load the card in Korean won right away. Not only does it work as a transportation card, but it can also be used like a service-fee free debit card at affiliated stores that accept card payment. WOWPASS can be purchased through kiosks installed at 140 locations, including major subway stations, hotels, and international airports. Information on kiosk locations and accepted currency can be found on the official website. In order to buy a WOWPASS card, you will need your passport and foreign currency bills. After purchase, register your card on the WOWPASS mobile app to see payment history, as well as your remaining balance, and benefit from cash back and coupon rewards.

+ Visit the following website for more information
Wowpass website: www.wowpass.io (English, Japanese, Chinese)

Climate Card

Climate Card is perfect for those planning to use the public transportation often while traveling in Seoul. This comprehensive transportation card offered by Seoul metropolitan government provides unlimited access to buses, subways, and Ttareungi (Seoul Bike) after a one-time load. The card can be loaded from one-day pass to 30-day pass, offering a variety of options. The card can be used in Seoul-based subway lines, Gimpo Gold Line, and buses operated by Seoul. Climate Card can be purchased at the Seoul Metro Information Center and nearby convenience stores for 3,000 won. The card can be loaded at the kiosks inside the subway stations with the one-day pass starting at 5,000 won. The Climate Card also provides additional discounts at cultural centers throughout Seoul.

+ Visit the following website for more information
Climate Card website: english.seoul.go.kr (English, Japanese, Chinese)

✔ Compare all transportation cards at a glance

This page was last updated in April 2025, and therefore information may differ from what is presented here.
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Tmoney Card	▶Retail locations: - Convenience stores nationwide (GS25, CU, 7-ELEVEN, etc.) - Reloadable through subway ticket vending machines inside subway stations (Reload amount limited to 500,000 won max.) ▶Price: 3,000 won-5,000 won (General) ▶Card usage: - Public transportation and affiliated stores displaying the Tmoney Card logo - Fares on highways and toll roads - Public phones - Lockers, unmanned photo booths, etc. in subway stations ▶Tips: If you are under the age of 18 and wish to receive discount benefits, you must register your date of birth at a convenience store ▶Advantages: - Largest number of affiliated stores - Diverse types of cards and discount benefits specialized for travelers including Mpass Card ▶Website: www.t-money.co.kr (English, Chinese, Japanese)
EZL Card	▶Retail locations: - Convenience stores nationwide (GS25, CU, 7-ELEVEN, emart24, etc.) ▶Price: 4000 won~ ▶Card usage: - Credit card affiliated stores nationwide (convenience store, restaurants, hospitals, shopping malls, cafés, transportation, etc.) after charging the amount * Not accepted at stores with unauthorized approval, batch approval and automatic transfer systems, stores where cancellation fees incur or stores that issue their own gift cards. ▶Tips: - Only refunds of less than 20,000 won possible at convenience stores - Smartphone tap feature available by registering the purchased card on the EZL Card app ▶Advantages: Show the EZL Card and passport at the Lotte Duty Free Main Branch Information Desk for an upgrade to Lotte Duty Free Gold Membership. Benefits can be enjoyed right away (check the official website for more details). ▶Website: www.myezl.com (English, Japanese, Chinese)
WOWPASS	▶Retail locations: - WOWPASS app: Search “WOWPASS” on Google Play or App Store WOWPASS kiosk: Visit the website or download app to check kiosk locations ▶Price: 5,000 won ▶Card usage: Affiliated stores nationwide, Public transportation nationwide ▶Tips: - Card must be activated after purchase - Remaining balance can be returned as cash in Korean won through a WOWPASS kiosk machine ▶Advantages: - An all-in-one card for exchanging currency, buying items, and using public transportation - Card discontinuation is available through the app in case the card is lost (remaining balance on the lost card can be transferred to a newly issued card) ▶Website: https://www.wowpass (English, Chinese, Japanese)
Climate Card	▶Retail locations: - Seoul Tourist Plaza Tourist Information Center - Myeongdong Tourist information Center - Seoul Metro Information Center Line 1-8 (cash only) - Convenience stores (GS25, CU, 7-11, Emart24) near subway stations (Line 9, Ui-Sinseol Line, and Sillim Line) ▶Price: - Physical card 3,000 won - 1-day pass 5,000 won / 2-day pass 8,000 won / 3-day pass 10,000 won / 5-day pass 15,000 won / 7-day pass 20,000 won / 30-day pass (including Ttareungi) 65,000 won / 30-day pass (without Ttareungi) 62,000 won ▶Card usage: - Seoul-based subway lines + Gimpo Gold Line - Seoul-licensed transit / town buses (including night bus) - Ttareungi ▶Tips: - Card purchase and charging can only be done using cash or credit / debit card issued in Korea - Foreigners without a Korean bank account can visit the Tmoney headquarters to receive a refund; it is recommended travelers spend all the money deposited to the card - The short-term pass starts from the moment the card is loaded - Getting off at a station outside of the service range will result in additional fares - The following sections are an exception to the unlimited access as passengers can get off, but not get on: · Line 5: Misa Station to Hanam Geomdansan Station · Line 7: Seongnam Station to Kkachiul Station · Airport Line: Incheon International Airport Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 Stations ▶Advantages: - Unlimited use of public transportation with after loading - Discount on various cultural facilities in Seoul ▶Website: https://www.wowpass (English, Japanese, Chinese)

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