Convert Singapore Dollar to South Korean Won
SGD to KRW Exchange Rate Calculator
1 Singapore Dollar (SGD) = 1186.7600 South Korean Won (KRW) at the live mid-market rate. That means $100 SGD converts to roughly 118,676.00 KRW, and $1,000 SGD converts to about 1,186,760.00 KRW. The SGD/KRW rate refreshes every hour from Frankfurter, which sources data from the European Central Bank reference set. Enter any amount below to convert instantly — free, no sign-up.
90-day SGD/KRW context
Over the past 90 days, SGD/KRW has traded between 1141.8200 and 1186.7600. The current rate of 1186.7600 sits roughly 100% through that range — near the upper end, meaning South Korean Won has been weaker than typical against Singapore Dollar recently. Versus the rate 90 days ago, Singapore Dollar has strengthened by 3.24% against South Korean Won.
SGD/KRW Price History
Interactive SGD/KRW exchange rate chart with 7-day, 30-day, and 90-day views.
About Singapore Dollar (SGD)
The Singapore Dollar (SGD) is the official currency of Singapore, managed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) under a unique exchange-rate-based monetary policy framework. Instead of setting interest rates, MAS steers SGD against an undisclosed trade-weighted basket (the S$NEER), making SGD one of the most carefully managed floats in the world.
- •MAS uses the S$NEER (Nominal Effective Exchange Rate) as its primary policy tool, not interest rates
- •Singapore is the world's third-largest forex trading hub
- •Singapore has run a current-account surplus every year since 1988
- •MAS announces policy twice a year (April and October)
- •The S$NEER basket composition is not published but is estimated to heavily weight USD, CNY, and MYR
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
Frequently Asked Questions
When is SGD/KRW most liquid?
Liquidity is deepest during the Tokyo and Hong Kong sessions (00:00–08:00 UTC) when SGD markets are open. Spreads widen noticeably during the New York afternoon and Asian public holidays.
What is a typical daily range for SGD/KRW?
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 SGD/KRW the most?
The biggest scheduled catalysts are MAS semi-annual policy statements (April/October) and Bank of Korea decisions and Korean semiconductor export data. 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 SGD to KRW at a bank or online?
Online money-transfer services (Wise, Revolut, Remitly, InstaRem) typically offer rates much closer to the mid-market SGD/KRW 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 SGD/KRW rate change on weekends?
The interbank forex market closes from Friday 21:00 UTC until Sunday 21:00 UTC, so mid-market SGD/KRW 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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