2025 Comparison Table
| Card Type | Price | Where to Buy | Cash Refund? | Tourist Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard T-money | ₩3,000–5,000 | Every convenience store | Yes | Transfer discounts (Bus/Subway) |
| Korea Tour Card | ₩4,000 | Airport, Myeongdong stores, App | Yes | Discounts at 180+ attractions & shopping |
| WOWPASS Card | ₩5,000 (Issuance fee) | Airport / Station kiosks | Yes | All-in-one: Exchange, Payment, T-money |
| NAMANE Card | ₩7,000 | CU, GS25 (cute designs) | Yes | Custom DIY designs (K-pop/Photos) |
Where to Buy at Incheon Airport (2025)
– Terminal 1: CU & 7-Eleven (Gate 3 & 10)
– Terminal 2: GS25 right outside Gate 2
– WOWPASS machine (free card + cash loading)
How to Recharge (2025 methods)
Convenience store cash desks: (Cash only for T-money balance).
Subway ticket machines: English/Chinese/Japanese available (Cash only).
NAMANE/WOWPASS Kiosks: Can use foreign credit cards to top up the “Pay Balance” (Note: T-money top-up usually still requires cash).
Climate Card (New for 2025): ₩5,000–15,000 for unlimited Seoul travel (Recommended for stays over 3 days).
Hidden Discounts 2025
Transfer Discount: Free transfers between subway and bus (up to 4 times) within 30 mins (60 mins at night).
Early Bird Discount: 20% off basic fare when using the subway before 6:30 AM.
K-Move/K-Pass: (Note: Generally for residents; tourists should stick to the Climate Card for maximum savings
Balance check: Tap any subway gate or use the “T-money Balance Check” app on NFC-enabled phones