What’s an appropriate gift amount for a wedding in Seoul?

[OliviaM]

I’ve been invited to a wedding in Seoul and I’m not sure what amount of money is appropriate to give in the congratulatory envelope. I’m worried about accidentally giving too little and seeming disrespectful, or too much and making it awkward.

[Joseph.W]

I went to a Seoul wedding for a coworker last year and tucked a 축의금 envelope with 100,000 won inside. It felt safe—neither stingy nor flashy. People I know say multiples of 10k are the norm and to avoid amounts ending in 4.

[ScottLH]

For closer friends I’ve done 150k or 200k, and for family it’s often 300k, but that’s just what I’ve seen around me. I aim to keep it in neat notes and not go under 100k if we’re not distant.

[JosephHH]

I once overthought it and asked a friend, then ended up giving 200k. It felt a little heavy, and I couldn’t tell if the couple noticed.

[EvelynQW]

Is the real problem here that we’re chasing the right amount at all, or is the gesture more about showing you care than the number?

[MasonJ]

One time I forgot to bring cash and had to borrow from a chat group—felt awkward; after that I always check the envelope and keep a fresh stack.

[Harper_S]

I’d rather not stress it and just pick a safe middle ground, like 100k, but even that feels personal.