EFTPOS Korea

Cards with the Plus and Cirrus logos are the easiest to use and most widely accepted in Korea. Some places even accept international cards like China UnionPay, Maestro, Electron, and JCB cards. Banks as well as other sites have ATMs (automatic teller machines), where customers can make withdrawals, deposits, and fund transfers. However, as all ATM transactions require an account with a Korean bank, ATMs are not particularly convenient for international travelers except for getting cash advances on a credit card. If you have an account with Citibank, however, you can enjoy a more extensive range of banking services. Just visit a Citibank location nearby for ATM or counter services. Some ATM/CD machines operate 24 hours a day, while others are open from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. Cash dispenser machines, called CDs, which only offer cash withdrawal services, can be found in subways, convenience stores, railway stations, bus terminals, and department stores. Most are open 24 hours a day and dispense cash in 10, 000 won units. Most machines display English directions on the monitor, and others also have Japanese and Chinese.

When using your international debit card at a CD machine, even one displaying the debit card logo, you may get an error message. If that occurs, look for a CD in more populated places like train stations, bus terminals, or department stores. If you get the same error message at a bank, ask a bank representative at the counter to help you.
If you have any questions while using ATM/CD machines, call the Korea Travel Phone at 1330.