🇰🇷 KRW to 🇮🇳 INR

Understanding the KRW/INR Exchange Rate

The South Korean Won to Indian Rupee exchange rate currently stands at 1 KRW = 0.0695 INR, based on mid-market rates sourced from Frankfurter API (ECB & central bank mid-market rates) as of September 2026. The mid-market rate represents the midpoint between the buy and sell prices on global currency markets — it's the fairest rate available and the one used by financial professionals. When you actually exchange money through a bank or currency service, expect the rate to include a markup of 0.3% to 5% depending on the provider.

Practical Implications for International Payments

Since 1 KRW is worth less than 1 INR, transfers from KRW to INR result in smaller numerical amounts. A ₩1,000 KRW payment converts to approximately ₹69.4707 INR. For recurring international payments, services like Wise (formerly TransferWise) and Revolut typically offer rates within 0.3–0.7% of the mid-market rate, while traditional banks may charge 1.5–4% markups.

Who Needs KRW to INR Conversion?

This currency pair is commonly used by people moving between South Korea and India — including expatriates sending money home, freelancers invoicing international clients, students paying overseas tuition, and travelers budgeting for trips. For cost-of-living comparisons that account for local purchasing power (not just exchange rates), see our Cost of Living by Country tool.