Most souvenirs end up on a shelf. A Tmoney card souvenir is different: you can ride the subway and bus with it all trip, then take it home as a keepsake.
In 2026, Tmoney released a wave of limited designs, including BT21 and Mickey Mouse in hanbok and Hello Kitty as a flight attendant. Many of them are sold only at one convenience store chain, so knowing where to look matters. Here are our seven picks, with prices and where to buy each one.
Key takeaways
- Price: Design cards cost KRW 5,000–7,000. Keyring-type Tmoney costs KRW 25,000.
- Where to buy: Each design is sold at specific convenience store chains, mainly GS25 and 7-Eleven.
- How to use: They work like any Tmoney card. Add value at a convenience store or a subway station machine, then tap.
- Stock: Limited designs can sell out, so check availability at the store.
1. Why a Tmoney card souvenir makes sense
- You use it every day of your trip. It is your transit card first and a souvenir second.
- It is small and light. It fits in a wallet and adds nothing to your luggage.
- It is easy to find. You can buy one at the convenience store next to your hotel.
- It says “Korea”. Several 2026 designs use hanbok, traditional patterns, or travel themes.
2. Our 7 picks for 2026
① BT21 Hanbok Tmoney Card: for K-pop fans
BT21 characters in Korean royal court outfits, with traditional patterns and colors. It comes in two versions, hologram and transparent.
- Price: KRW 6,000
- Where: 7-Eleven
- Released: May 2026
② Disney Mickey & Minnie Hanbok Tmoney Card: the classic gift
Mickey and Minnie wear hanbok, framed by hanok window patterns and flowers. A semi-transparent material makes them look as if they are standing by a window when light shines through.
- Price: KRW 5,000 each (2 designs)
- Where: GS25
- Released: September 2026
③ Sanrio Characters Airport Tmoney Card: the travel-themed pick
Hello Kitty pulls a suitcase through the airport and Kuromi pushes a service cart on board, both as flight attendants. A hologram background adds sparkle, and travel stickers are included for name tags or luggage.
- Price: KRW 6,000 (2 designs)
- Where: 7-Eleven
- Released: October 2026
④ Hello Kitty Plush Keyring Tmoney: the one people line up for
This is not a card but a soft plush keyring: Hello Kitty sitting on her big red bow. It works as a transit card, so you can tap it straight from your bag. The first release in January sold out early, and it came back as an encore in April.
- Price: KRW 25,000
- Where: GS25, CU, 7-Eleven, emart24 and others
⑤ ZO&FRIENDS ZOA Keyring Tmoney: a 3D silicone keyring
ZOA, the cloud cat from ZO&FRIENDS, made into a 3D silicone keyring with a built-in transit card.
- Price: KRW 25,000
- Where: CU, GS25, 7-Eleven, emart24 and others
- Released: August 2026
⑥ Kakao Friends Bakery Tmoney Card: for Korean character lovers
Ryan and Choonsik, the Kakao Friends characters behind KakaoTalk stickers, dressed as bakers. There are two designs, one with Choonsik’s breads and one with Ryan watching Choonsik munch a baguette.
- Price: KRW 5,000
- Where: 7-Eleven
- Released: August 2026
⑦ Sanrio Hangyodon Tmoney Card: the collector’s pick
The first-ever Hangyodon Tmoney card. GS25 and 7-Eleven each sell their own two designs, and each set comes with an L-shaped card holder that shows both designs at once.
- Price: KRW 7,000
- Where: GS25 (Pizza, Blue) and 7-Eleven (Sweets, Music)
- Released: July 2026
Also worth a look: Tmoney Travel Card Plus (TTC+)
If you want something practical rather than cute, TTC+ is made for foreign visitors. It combines a Tmoney transit card with WOWPASS, a prepaid card for currency exchange and payments. It launched at KRW 6,000 (recommended retail price). Availability and price can change, so check at major convenience stores such as GS25, CU, 7-Eleven and emart24.
3. Tmoney card souvenirs at a glance
Card | Type | Price (KRW) | Where to buy | Best for |
BT21 Hanbok | Card, 2 designs | 6,000 | 7-Eleven | K-pop fans |
Mickey & Minnie Hanbok | Card, 2 designs | 5,000 | GS25 | Gifts for all ages |
Sanrio Airport | Card, 2 designs + stickers | 6,000 | 7-Eleven | Travel lovers |
Hello Kitty Plush Keyring | Keyring | 25,000 | GS25, CU, 7-Eleven, emart24 and others | Bag charm and transit card in one |
ZOA Keyring | Silicone keyring | 25,000 | CU, GS25, 7-Eleven, emart24 and others | Bag charm and transit card in one |
Kakao Friends Bakery | Card, 2 designs | 5,000 | 7-Eleven | Korean character fans |
Sanrio Hangyodon | Card + L-shaped holder | 7,000 | GS25, 7-Eleven | Collectors |
Prices are the recommended retail prices announced by Tmoney.
4. Where to buy: by convenience store
Store | Picks sold there |
7-Eleven | BT21 Hanbok, Sanrio Airport, Kakao Friends Bakery, Hangyodon (Sweets, Music), keyrings |
GS25 | Mickey & Minnie Hanbok, Hangyodon (Pizza, Blue), keyrings |
CU | Keyrings |
If you are short on time, start with 7-Eleven, which carries the most picks on this list.
5. How to use your souvenir card
1) Buy the card. The price covers the card only, so add value before you ride.
2) Add value. Top up at a convenience store counter or at a subway station top-up machine.
3) Tap and ride. Tap the card (or keyring) on the reader when you board the bus or enter the subway.
4) Check your balance. Ask at the convenience store counter or use a subway station machine.
6. Before you buy
- Stock varies. Limited designs can sell out. Check availability at major convenience stores (GS25, CU, 7-Eleven, emart24) or on their apps.
- The card price is not refundable. Only the remaining balance can be refunded.
- Use up your balance before you fly home. If money is left, you can get a refund at a convenience store (a KRW 500 fee applies).
- Prices may differ by store. The prices here are recommended retail prices.
7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Can I use a souvenir Tmoney card as a normal transit card?
Yes. These designs are Tmoney cards, so you add value and tap them on buses and the subway like any other Tmoney card. The keyring types work the same way.
Q2. How much does a Tmoney card souvenir cost?
Most 2026 design cards cost KRW 5,000–7,000. Keyring-type Tmoney costs KRW 25,000. The price covers the card only, so you need to add value separately.
Q3. Where can I buy cute Tmoney cards in Korea?
At convenience stores. Each design is sold at specific chains: for example, BT21 Hanbok and Sanrio Airport at 7-Eleven, and Mickey & Minnie Hanbok at GS25.
Q4. Which Tmoney card is the best gift?
For a Korea-themed gift, try the BT21 Hanbok or Mickey & Minnie Hanbok card. For travel lovers, the Sanrio Airport card comes with travel stickers. For something special, the Hello Kitty Plush Keyring doubles as a bag charm.
Q5. Can I get my money back before I leave Korea?
You can get the remaining balance refunded at a convenience store, with a KRW 500 fee. The card price itself is not refundable.
Q6. Are these cards still available?
They are limited designs, so stock varies by store and some may sell out. Check at major convenience stores such as GS25, CU, 7-Eleven and emart24, or on their apps, before you go.
Buy your souvenir card on day one. You get a transit card for the whole trip and a keepsake to take home.
