Uiju Currency Guide 2026: North Korean Won (KPW) Live Exchange Rates

Q: What currency do I need in Uiju?

Uiju, like every city in P'yŏngan-bukto and across North Korea, runs on the North Korean Won (ISO code KPW, symbol ₩). Carry or exchange into KPW before you arrive -- no other currency is accepted for everyday purchases here.

Q: Does Uiju use a different currency than the rest of P'yŏngan-bukto?

No -- Uiju shares the same KPW currency as every other city in P'yŏngan-bukto and across North Korea. Notes, coins and exchange rates are identical nationwide; there is no city-specific pricing or local scrip in Uiju.

Q: Which world currencies can I compare against KPW here?

This page tracks KPW against USD, EUR, GBP, JPY and CNY in real time -- see the exchange rates table and the KPW vs major currencies card above. Useful for forex trading, remittances, import/export contracts and travel budgeting tied to Uiju.

Q: Where can I exchange money or withdraw cash in Uiju?

Banks, authorised forex dealers and ATMs across Uiju accept major international cards for withdrawals in KPW. Before committing to an exchange counter, compare its offered rate against the live rate on this page to avoid an inflated margin.

💰 North Korean Won (KPW) — Uiju, P'yŏngan-bukto Currency & Exchange Rates

The official currency of Uiju, P'yŏngan-bukto, North Korea is the North Korean Won (KPW), represented by the symbol ₩. This page provides live KPW exchange rates for Uiju against the world's most actively traded currencies — USD, EUR, JPY, GBP and CNY — refreshed regularly for reliable forex reference. Whether you are a logistics planner, cross-border trade specialist or finance professional operating in Uiju, accurate KPW conversion data is essential for cost estimation, invoice pricing and strategic financial planning.

Use this page to check the KPW exchange rate for international trade with Uiju • cross-border payment settlements • business invoice conversion • forex market research for North Korea operations • travel budget planning • remittance and multi-currency financial management • investment valuation in Asia markets.

Uiju is a city in P'yŏngan-bukto, North Korea, located in Asia. All financial transactions, retail purchases and business dealings within Uiju are conducted using the North Korean Won (KPW) — the same national monetary unit used across all cities and states of North Korea. For the state-level and country-level currency data, visit the P'yŏngan-bukto Currency page or the North Korea Currency page.

💰 North Korean Won Currency Profile — Uiju, P'yŏngan-bukto

North Korean Won (KPW) is the official legal tender of North Korea, used across all cities including Uiju. Identified by the currency symbol ₩ and the ISO 4217 code KPW, this currency underpins all financial transactions, retail commerce and business dealings in Uiju. This profile is useful for international invoicing, forex identification, banking transactions and cross-border payment processing involving Uiju, P'yŏngan-bukto.

Currency Name	North Korean Won
ISO 4217 Code	KPW
Currency Symbol	₩
City	Uiju
State	P'yŏngan-bukto
Country	North Korea
Continent	Asia

🔁 Live KPW Currency Converter — Uiju

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⏰ Rates as of Jul 26, 2026 4:30 PM UTC

🤍 Gold & Silver Rates Today — Uiju, P'yŏngan-bukto (in KPW)

Indicative gold and silver prices for Uiju, converted to North Korean Won (KPW) from live international bullion spot rates — the same XAU/XAG benchmark used by markets worldwide.

⏰ Spot rate as of Jul 26, 2026 4:30 PM UTC

🥳 Gold Purity	Per Gram	Per 10 Grams	Per Tola (11.66g)
24K (999, Fine Gold)	₩ 117,357.53	₩ 1,173,575.27	₩ 1,368,835.17
22K (916, Jewellery Standard)	₩ 107,499.49	₩ 1,074,994.95	₩ 1,253,853.02
18K (750)	₩ 88,018.15	₩ 880,181.45	₩ 1,026,626.38

🥈 Silver (999 Fine)	Per Gram	Per 10 Grams	Per Kilogram
Fine Silver	₩ 1,683.35	₩ 16,833.54	₩ 1,683,353.71

⚠️ Note: These are indicative rates derived from live international bullion spot prices (XAU/XAG), converted to KPW. Local jewellery and bullion dealer prices in Uiju typically differ due to making/wastage charges, import duty, GST/VAT and dealer premiums — always confirm with a local jeweller or bullion dealer before any transaction.

📊 KPW Exchange Rates — Uiju, P'yŏngan-bukto

Live KPW exchange rates for Uiju — showing exactly how much 1 ₩ North Korean Won is worth in each foreign currency, plus the inverse rate (how much of each foreign currency equals 1 KPW). Rates are recalculated hourly, making this the most current KPW conversion reference for forex traders, importers, exporters, international businesses and travellers dealing with Uiju, P'yŏngan-bukto.

⏰ Updated hourly • Jul 26, 2026 4:30 PM UTC

Currency	Code	1 KPW =	Inverse Rate
United States Dollar	USD	0.0011	1 = 900.0000 KPW
Euro	EUR	0.0010	1 = 1,025.4833 KPW
Japanese Yen	JPY	0.1818	1 = 5.5001 KPW
British Pound Sterling	GBP	0.0008	1 = 1,200.5186 KPW
Chinese Yuan	CNY	0.0075	1 = 132.8978 KPW
Australian Dollar	AUD	0.0016	1 = 630.0103 KPW
Canadian Dollar	CAD	0.0016	1 = 638.7536 KPW
Swiss Franc	CHF	0.0009	1 = 1,102.6871 KPW
Mexican Peso	MXN	0.0194	1 = 51.4772 KPW

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💱 North Korean Won VS Major World Currencies — Uiju

Compare the North Korean Won (KPW) — the currency used in Uiju, P'yŏngan-bukto — against the five most traded currencies in global forex markets: US Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), Japanese Yen (JPY), British Pound (GBP) and Chinese Yuan (CNY). This KPW vs major currencies comparison shows both the direct rate — how much foreign currency 1 ₩ buys — and the inverse rate, useful for pricing Uiju imports and exports, benchmarking KPW strength and planning international financial transactions in or with North Korea.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jul 26, 2026 4:30 PM UTC

Symbol	Currency	Exchange Rate	Inverse Rate
$	🇺🇸 USD United States Dollar	₩ 1 = $ 0.0011	$ 1 = ₩ 900.0000
€	🇪🇺 EUR Euro	₩ 1 = € 0.0010	€ 1 = ₩ 1,025.4833
¥	🇯🇵 JPY Japanese Yen	₩ 1 = ¥ 0.1818	¥ 1 = ₩ 5.5001
£	🇬🇧 GBP British Pound Sterling	₩ 1 = £ 0.0008	£ 1 = ₩ 1,200.5186
¥	🇨🇳 CNY Chinese Yuan	₩ 1 = ¥ 0.0075	¥ 1 = ₩ 132.8978

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🎯 Global Currency Strength Ranking — KPW

Out of 162 actively traded world currencies tracked against the US Dollar, the North Korean Won (KPW) — the currency used in Uiju, P'yŏngan-bukto — currently ranks #134 by per-unit value, making it stronger than 17% of all currencies on this list. A lower rank means fewer units of that currency are needed to buy one US Dollar. Within Asia, KPW ranks #38 of 50 currencies tracked on this site for that continent.

ℹ️ This ranks currencies by face value per unit against the US Dollar — the same measure used in "world's strongest currencies" lists. It reflects historical denomination, not economic size, purchasing power or GDP.

📏 How this number is worked out: KPW currently trades at 900.0000 per US Dollar. Comparing that to all 162 tracked currencies — 133 of them trade at a lower rate (so are stronger than KPW), and 28 trade at a higher rate (so are weaker). That places KPW at rank #134 = 1 + 133 currencies stronger than it.

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📍 How KPW Compares to Its Closest-Value Neighbours

The currencies ranked immediately above and below KPW by per-unit value — the most relevant comparison, since these are the currencies closest to it in worth.

Rank	Currency	Value per US Dollar
#132	SDG — Sudanese Pound	600.5000 per $1
#133	VES — Venezuelan Bolívar Soberano	741.3017 per $1
#134	KPW — North Korean Won ⬤ (this page)	900.0000 per $1
#135	AOA — Angolan Kwanza	915.5430 per $1
#136	CLP — Chilean Peso	947.0491 per $1

🌎 Regional Currencies in Asia — Uiju Currency

See how the North Korean Won (KPW) — used in Uiju, North Korea — compares against currencies used by neighbouring countries across Asia. This regional comparison is essential for intra-continental trade pricing, cross-border travel budgeting, regional investment analysis and understanding North Korea's currency strength relative to its continental neighbours. Each row shows both the direct and inverse conversion rate so you can instantly calculate costs in either direction.

⏰ Live Rate • Updated Hourly • Jul 26, 2026 4:30 PM UTC

Country	Currency	Exchange Rate	Inverse Rate
India	INR Indian rupee	₩ 1 = ₹ 0.1072	₹ 1 = ₩ 9.3260
China	CNY Chinese yuan	₩ 1 = ¥ 0.0075	¥ 1 = ₩ 132.8978
Indonesia	IDR Indonesian rupiah	₩ 1 = Rp 19.9135	Rp 1 = ₩ 0.0502
Pakistan	PKR Pakistani rupee	₩ 1 = ₨ 0.3087	₨ 1 = ₩ 3.2391
Bangladesh	BDT Bangladeshi taka	₩ 1 = ৳ 0.1371	৳ 1 = ₩ 7.2940
Japan	JPY Japanese yen	₩ 1 = ¥ 0.1818	¥ 1 = ₩ 5.5001
Philippines	PHP Philippine piso	₩ 1 = ₱ 0.0686	₱ 1 = ₩ 14.5870
Vietnam	VND Vietnamese dong	₩ 1 = ₫ 29.2457	₫ 1 = ₩ 0.0342

🌍 Planning to travel or trade in Asia? Compare exchange rates and use our currency converter for accurate regional conversions.

₩ KPW Quick Snapshot
1 USD	₩ 900.00
1 EUR	₩ 1,025.48
1 GBP	₩ 1,200.52
🥳 Gold 22K/g	₩ 107,499
🎯 Global Rank	#134/162

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💵 Spending, Exchanging & Trading KPW in Uiju

💰 Everyday Payments in Uiju

Shops, transport and services across Uiju, P'yŏngan-bukto price everything in North Korean Won (KPW), marked with the ₩ symbol. There is no separate city currency or local scrip to learn — Uiju runs on the exact same money as the rest of North Korea. Field sales reps, delivery partners and on-ground buyers working Uiju can budget straight from the KPW exchange rates table above without adjusting for local exceptions.

📈 What Moves the KPW Rate for Uiju Deals

A swing in the KPW rate against USD, EUR or GBP reaches every invoice, supplier contract and sales forecast tied to Uiju. Companies buying from or selling into Uiju track this rate closely to time purchase orders, hedge exposure and protect margins on cross-border deals. The live rate table above updates regularly for exactly this kind of monitoring.

✈️ Budgeting a Trip to Uiju

Travellers flying or driving into Uiju get a smoother trip by converting cash to KPW (₩) before arrival rather than relying on last-minute airport counters. Knowing today's rate makes it far easier to estimate hotel bills, local transport and day-to-day spending money once you land in Uiju. Check the KPW vs major currencies card for a quick mental conversion before you go.

🌎 Uiju's Place in P'yŏngan-bukto's Currency Zone

Uiju, home to a recorded population of 50,081, is one of the commercial points of P'yŏngan-bukto where KPW circulates the same way it does everywhere else in North Korea. There's no city-level monetary authority here — for the wider regional forex picture and every converter tool, visit the P'yŏngan-bukto Currency page.

📦 Cross-Border Trade Touching Uiju

Exporters shipping out of Uiju and importers supplying its local retailers both live with the KPW conversion rate on the day a contract is signed. Watching real-time KPW movement against USD, EUR and neighbouring currencies helps lock in margins before a shipment ever leaves the warehouse. View Asia regional currency rates for the wider trade picture around Uiju.

💳 Investing & Sending Money to Uiju

Anyone remitting funds, buying property or building a financial position tied to Uiju needs today's KPW rate, not last week's. The KPW rate against JPY, GBP and CNY matters just as much for portfolios with exposure across Asia. See KPW vs major world currencies for the full comparison.

🥳 Local gold pricing: jewellers in Uiju price 22K gold off the same KPW rate used throughout this page — roughly ₩ 107,499/gram today. See the full gold & silver rates table above for 24K, 18K, sovereign and tola pricing.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Money & KPW in Uiju

What currency do I need in Uiju?

Uiju, like every city in P'yŏngan-bukto and across North Korea, runs on the North Korean Won (ISO code KPW, symbol ₩). Carry or exchange into KPW before you arrive — no other currency is accepted for everyday purchases here.

What's today's KPW to US Dollar rate?

Check the live exchange rates table above for the current KPW/USD rate, refreshed on every page load. For exact figures, use our dedicated KPW to USD converter to run invoices, remittances or trip budgets tied to Uiju.

Does Uiju use a different currency than the rest of P'yŏngan-bukto?

No — Uiju shares the same KPW currency as every other city in P'yŏngan-bukto and across North Korea. Notes, coins and exchange rates are identical nationwide; there is no city-specific pricing or local scrip in Uiju.

Which world currencies can I compare against KPW here?

This page tracks KPW against USD, EUR, GBP, JPY and CNY in real time — see the exchange rates table and the KPW vs major currencies card above. Useful for forex trading, remittances, import/export contracts and travel budgeting tied to Uiju.

How does the KPW rate affect prices and business in Uiju?

When KPW weakens, imported goods and equipment cost more for businesses in Uiju, while locally made exports become cheaper for overseas buyers. When it strengthens, the opposite happens. Tracking the rate day to day is standard practice for procurement and pricing teams operating in Uiju.

What is today's gold rate in Uiju?

Gold pricing in Uiju follows the national KPW rate: 22K jewellery gold works out to roughly ₩ 107,499/gram today. See the gold & silver rates table above for 24K, 18K, sovereign and tola pricing.

Where can I exchange money or withdraw cash in Uiju?

Banks, authorised forex dealers and ATMs across Uiju accept major international cards for withdrawals in KPW. Before committing to an exchange counter, compare its offered rate against the live rate on this page to avoid an inflated margin.

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