Verified List of Banks in South Korea (2026 Update)
Official Name: Republic of Korea
Capital City: Seoul
Currency: South Korean Won (KRW)

Continent: Asia Country: S. Korea Total Banks: 126
South Korea's banking sector, as tracked by Bankinfobook, consists of 126 verified institutions. The directory below reflects primary-source verification completed during our 2026 review cycle, covering Seoul and the surrounding region.
South Korea holds 104.40 tonnes of gold reserves, a hard-asset buffer factored into its broader financial resilience profile. The average income level sits at approximately 2,640.00 USD, relevant context alongside the country's banking infrastructure. South Korea has a population of approximately 51,600,000, offering scale context for its 126 listed banking institutions. KB bank is recognized as the largest commercial bank serving South Korea.
Direct SWIFT/BIC connectivity across South Korea's banking sector runs at approximately 42.9%, a 'Gated' rating on our Financial Connectivity Index.
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✓ Verified: This entry was personally compiled and reviewed by Milan Ignjatovic using primary sources.
Founder & Sole Curator, Bankinfobook | Master Manager of ICT · Graduated Economist
Last Data Review: January 22, 2026






