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ATM
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.
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