OrbitRemit supports direct transfers to South Korea from Australia and New Zealand — to any major Korean bank account — for a flat $4 fee per transfer. Whether you are supporting family, covering tuition fees, or sending money home, this guide covers everything you need to know.
Delivery options
OrbitRemit sends money directly to your recipient’s South Korean bank account. All major Korean banks are supported, including:
- KB Kookmin Bank (국민은행)
- Shinhan Bank (신한은행)
- Woori Bank (우리은행)
- Hana Bank (하나은행)
- NH NongHyup Bank (농협은행)
- IBK Industrial Bank of Korea (기업은행)
- KEB Hana Bank
- Kakao Bank (카카오뱅크) — South Korea’s largest digital bank
- Toss Bank (토스뱅크)
- And all other major Korean bank accounts
Fees
Sending KRW from Australia or New Zealand with OrbitRemit is completely fee-free — there is no transfer fee.
All fees and the exchange rate are shown upfront before you confirm. No deduction at the receiving end.
New customers: First transfer free with a special promotional exchange rate (applies to first $500; terms apply).
Check the current live rate at orbitremit.com/south-korea
Transfer speed
Over 85% of OrbitRemit transfers arrive within 2 hours. Delivery times by payment method:
- Debit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay: Fastest
- PayID (AU): A few minutes
- POLi (NZ): A few minutes
- Bank transfer: Within 2 hours
How to send money to South Korea
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Log in and start a transfer
Log in to your OrbitRemit account at orbitremit.com or open the OrbitRemit app. Select KRW (South Korean Won) as the receiving currency and enter the amount you want to send in AUD or NZD.
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Add your recipient
Enter your recipient’s details:
– Full name: As it appears on their Korean bank account
– Bank name: e.g. KB Kookmin, Shinhan, Woori, Hana, KakaoBank
– Account number: Korean bank account numbers are typically 11–14 digits depending on the bank
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Pay and confirm
Choose your payment method. The exchange rate is fixed at the time you confirm. No transfer fee. No hidden charges.
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Funds arrive
Over 85% of transfers arrive within 2 hours. There is no deduction at the receiving end — your recipient receives the full KRW amount shown at the time of your transfer.
FAQ’s (Frequently asked questions)
How much does it cost to send money to South Korea from Australia?
There is no transfer fee for AUD to KRW transfers — sending to South Korea with OrbitRemit is completely free.
How much does it cost to send money to South Korea from Australia?
There is no transfer fee for NZD to KRW transfers — sending to South Korea with OrbitRemit is completely free.
How long does a transfer to South Korea take?
Over 85% of transfers arrive within 2 hours. Debit card, Apple Pay and Google Pay payments are typically delivered fastest.
Can I send to Kakao Bank from Australia?
Yes. OrbitRemit supports bank deposit to all major South Korean banks including KakaoBank and Toss Bank.
Is there a deduction at the receiving end?
No. Your recipient receives the full KRW amount shown at the time of your transfer.
Is it safe to send money to South Korea with OrbitRemit?
Yes. OrbitRemit is regulated by ASIC in Australia (AFSL: 470646) and supervised by the DIA in New Zealand (FSP7721).
Send money to South Korea with OrbitRemit
- Bank deposit to all major Korean banks — including KakaoBank and Toss Bank
- Just $4 per transfer (fee-free above AUD or NZD $10,000)
- Over 85% of transfers arrive within 2 hours
- No deduction at the receiving end
- Regulated by ASIC in Australia (AFSL: 470646) | DIA-supervised in New Zealand (FSP7721)
- Rated Excellent on Trustpilot from over 34,000 reviews
This guide is based on OrbitRemit’s current service information. Fees, transfer limits, exchange rates and processes are subject to change. Last updated June 2026.
Source: orbitremit.com/south-korea
