Card

South Korea

South Korea Local Card Payments

Foundation of payments: World-leading card adoption supported by government policy

Card payments are supported by a strong domestic payment infrastructure in South Korea, with many transactions processed through local networks. As a widely used payment method in 2026, around 50% of cards are issued through domestic schemes, with transactions routed through local processing systems like BC Card. For publishers, supporting local card networks helps drive conversion and revenue by improving transaction success and reaching consumers more effectively.