Question 1

What should you know about South Korea before the trip?

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CurrencySouth Korean Won (you also can pay for services in dollars)Best period for the tripApril, May &amp; June or September, October &amp; November.LanguageKorean (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)Visanone required for stays under 90 days or lessTime difference with Europe9 hoursTime difference with the USA9 hoursCapitalSeoulMedical tourism centerSeoulPopular resortsGangwon-do, Gyeongju, Boseong, Jeju

Question 2

What is the level of medicine in South Korea?

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Healthcare is the key development sector of the Korean government. The Korean authorities are convinced that care for the citizens&#x27; health should be an absolute priority of state policy and spend about 1 billion a year for medical tourists attraction.According to Mark Britnell, hospitals dominate the health system. 94% of hospitals are privately owned.

Question 3

Why is South Korea trendy for medical tourism?

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South Korea is also a well-known country globally due to high-skilled doctors that undergo internships in American and European institutions. Patients from Russia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia and US prefer treatment in South Korea to other places.

Highly developed medical centers and first-rate therapeutic services at affordable prices attract people from all over the world. About 1 mln international patients travel to Korea annually. So South Korea is among Top 10 countries with the most developed medical tourism sector.

South Korea is a top destination for medical tourists because of low-costs. You may save up to 40% on services in South Korea compared to European countries or the USA due to the average local citizens&#39; income and general price policy within the country.

Question 4

What hotel services are provided here?

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In South Korea, hotels of different price ranges and service levels are presented. Most tourists choose 4 and 5 star hotels with all-inclusive meals. Such hotels have everything for a comfortable stay: varied food, a large well-groomed territory, animation for children and adults. Some hotels have their own water park, which guests can use for free. Budget travelers can afford to book an economical 3-star hotel with half board or no meals at all.

Question 5

Do I need a visa to South Korea?

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Today, South Korea has visa-free agreements with 112 states. None visa is required for stays under 90 days or less. To stay longer in this country, you need a visa. What states need a visa for treatment in South Korea and what countries can cross the border free and easy read here.

Question 6

What documents are required to apply for a visa to South Korea for treatment?

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Visas for travel to South Korea require a number of documents. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes:ID cardconfirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnairecertificate of income and availability of fundsinsurance policy for a stay in South Korea (original and copy)2 photos (5x6)visa receiptbooking of flight and hotelmedical opinion about the need for treatment.

Question 7

What are the most popular plastic surgery procedures?

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According to ASPS statistics, 17.7 mln cosmetic surgeries and 5.8 mln reconstructive procedures have been performed in 2018. Among cosmetic procedures the most popular are:breast augmentationliposuctionrhinoplasty (nose job)eyelid surgerytummy tuck.Tumor removal, laceration repair, maxillofacial surgery, scar revision, hand surgery are the most common operations in the context of reconstructive surgery.

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