Opening a bank account in Korea is easier when you can recognize the words at the counter. This lesson teaches practical Korean bank account opening words for a foreign resident who needs to take a number ticket, show ID, fill out a form, ask about a passbook or debit card, and sign the final documents.
Use this as a short script. You do not need a long explanation. A clear request like 계좌를 만들고 싶어요 is often enough to start the process.
1. Start With a Number Ticket
If the branch is busy, look for the ticket machine first. You may need to choose the service type, then wait for your number.
계좌를 만들고 싶어요.
gyejwa-reul mandeulgo sipeoyo
I would like to make/open an account.
| Korean | Romanization | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 번호표 | beonhopyo | number ticket |
| 은행 | eunhaeng | bank |
| 창구 | changgu | service counter |
2. Show ID and Fill the Form
For account opening, the teller may ask for your ID, residence card, passport, address, and mobile phone number. Only write real private information on official bank forms, not in public comments or online messages.
신청서를 작성해 주세요.
sincheongseo-reul jakseonghae juseyo
Please fill out the application form.
| Korean | Romanization | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 신분증 | sinbunjeung | ID card |
| 외국인등록증 | oegugin deungnokjeung | residence card |
| 여권 | yeogwon | passport |
| 신청서 | sincheongseo | application form |
| 주소 | juso | address |
| 휴대폰 번호 | hyudaepon beonho | mobile phone number |
3. Choose Account Materials
After the basic account is prepared, ask only for the services you need. A passbook, debit card, or online banking option may be handled separately.
체크카드도 신청할게요.
chekeu kadeu-do sincheonghalgeyo
I will apply for a debit card too.
| Korean | Romanization | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 계좌 | gyejwa | bank account |
| 계좌 개설 | gyejwa gaeseol | account opening |
| 통장 | tongjang | passbook |
| 체크카드 | chekeu kadeu | debit card |
| 인터넷뱅킹 | inteonet baengking | online banking |
4. Sign Only After the Details Are Clear
Before you sign, make sure you know where to write your name and how the password or PIN is used. If you are not sure, ask one short question.
여기에 서명하면 되나요?
yeogie seomyeonghamyeon doenayo?
Should I sign here?
| Korean | Romanization | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 서명 | seomyeong | signature |
| 비밀번호 | bimilbeonho | password or PIN |
| 본인 확인 | bonin hwagin | identity check |
5. Receive the Account Materials
Before leaving the counter, check what you received. Ask how to use the passbook, card, and online banking if the teller provides them.
사용 방법을 알려 주세요.
sayong bangbeob-eul allyeo juseyo
Please tell me how to use it.
| Korean | Romanization | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 통장 | tongjang | passbook |
| 체크카드 | chekeu kadeu | debit card |
| 수수료 | susuryo | fee |
| 사용 방법 | sayong bangbeop | how to use |
Quick Review
| Situation | Korean phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Opening request | 계좌를 만들고 싶어요. | I would like to open an account. |
| Form | 신청서를 작성해 주세요. | Please fill out the form. |
| Debit card | 체크카드도 신청할게요. | I will apply for a debit card too. |
| Signature | 여기에 서명하면 되나요? | Should I sign here? |
| Usage | 사용 방법을 알려 주세요. | Please tell me how to use it. |
For more practical lessons, see the BSKorean learning app page and the practice page. If you are studying banking Korean, review the bank transfer lesson and the ATM words lesson next.