Convert South Korean Won to Swedish Krona
KRW to SEK Exchange Rate Calculator
Convert South Korean Won (KRW) to Swedish Krona (SEK) at the live mid-market exchange rate, refreshed every hour from Frankfurter (European Central Bank reference data). Enter any amount below for an instant conversion — free, no sign-up required.
KRW/SEK Price History
Interactive KRW/SEK exchange rate chart with 7-day, 30-day, and 90-day views.
About South Korean Won (KRW)
The South Korean Won (KRW) is the official currency of South Korea, managed by the Bank of Korea. KRW reflects one of Asia's most export-oriented, technology-driven economies — semiconductor cycles (Samsung, SK Hynix) and global risk appetite are the dominant drivers.
- •South Korea is the world's 10th-largest economy by nominal GDP
- •Bank of Korea targets 2% CPI inflation
- •KRW is not deliverable offshore — trades mainly through NDF (non-deliverable forward) markets
- •Samsung and SK Hynix alone account for a large share of Korean exports
- •South Korea holds the world's ninth-largest FX reserves
About Swedish Krona (SEK)
The Swedish Krona (SEK) is the official currency of Sweden, issued by the Riksbank — the world's oldest central bank, founded in 1668. SEK is one of the more liquid Scandinavian currencies and is strongly correlated with European economic conditions despite Sweden remaining outside the Eurozone.
- •Riksbank founded 1668 — the world's oldest central bank still in operation
- •Sweden is among the world's most cashless societies; cash is under 9% of point-of-sale transactions
- •Sweden voted against joining the Euro in a 2003 referendum
- •Riksbank targets 2% CPIF inflation
- •SEK is correlated with EUR because ~60% of Swedish exports go to the EU
Frequently Asked Questions
When is KRW/SEK most liquid?
Liquidity is deepest during the Tokyo and Hong Kong sessions (00:00–08:00 UTC) when KRW markets are open. Spreads widen noticeably during the New York afternoon and Asian public holidays.
What is a typical daily range for KRW/SEK?
Daily ranges vary with volatility regimes. Majors like EUR/USD typically move 0.5–1.2% on quiet days and 2–3% on data-release days. Check the 30-day chart above for a sense of the current range.
What economic events move KRW/SEK the most?
The biggest scheduled catalysts are Bank of Korea decisions and Korean semiconductor export data and Riksbank decisions and Swedish CPI. Geopolitical headlines and global risk sentiment also produce meaningful moves, especially when one currency is a safe-haven and the other is risk-sensitive.
Is it cheaper to convert KRW to SEK at a bank or online?
Online money-transfer services (Wise, Revolut, Remitly, InstaRem) typically offer rates much closer to the mid-market KRW/SEK than traditional banks. Always compare the total delivered amount, not just the advertised "fee" — many providers embed their margin in the exchange rate itself.
Does the KRW/SEK rate change on weekends?
The interbank forex market closes from Friday 21:00 UTC until Sunday 21:00 UTC, so mid-market KRW/SEK rates don't update during that window. Retail broker spreads often widen at Sunday open as Asian desks reopen, so the first few hours of the new week can carry wider execution costs.
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