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Women's Health Guides for Foreigners in Korea
Quick answer: These guides from Eunice Women's Clinic in Seongsu, Seoul explain women's health care in Korea for foreigners: how to see a gynecologist, how NHIS works, typical costs, birth control and the morning-after pill, STD testing, cervical cancer screening, the HPV vaccine, pregnancy first steps, pharmacy use, and after-hours care. Rules can change, so check official sources.
What are these women's health guides?
These guides explain how women's health care works in Korea for foreign residents, students, workers, and visitors. They are written by Eunice Women's Clinic, an OB-GYN clinic at Seongsu Station in Seoul where Dr. Eun Mi-na, a female, board-certified OB-GYN, sees patients in English.
Moving to a new country often means learning a new health system. In Korea, you can usually book directly with a specialist clinic such as an OB-GYN, without a referral from a general doctor. Many foreigners who stay 6 months or more are enrolled in the National Health Insurance Service (NHIS). Some rules are different from other countries. For example, emergency contraception requires a prescription in Korea, while many combined birth control pills are sold over the counter at pharmacies.
The guides cover practical topics: how to book with Naver and KakaoTalk, what to expect at a first visit, how NHIS works for foreigners, what care costs, which documents your travel insurance may need, how cervical cancer screening and the HPV vaccine work in Korea, how to get contraception or emergency contraception, what to do if you become pregnant, and where to get care after hours.
Rules and prices can change. Where a guide describes a Korean government program, check the latest details with NHIS or the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA hotline 1339). For general questions in English, the Seoul Dasan Call Center is 120 and the Korea Travel Hotline is 1330. In an emergency, call 119.
The guides are general information and do not replace a consultation. For specific conditions, see conditions we treat, and for tests and treatments, see services and tests. For short answers, see quick answers.
Guides by topic
Getting care in Korea
- Seeing a gynecologist in Korea: How OB-GYN clinics work in Korea.
- Your first GYN visit in Korea: What to expect step by step.
- Booking with Naver and Kakao: How to book clinic visits online.
- Korean phrases at the gynecologist: Useful Korean words for the front desk and pharmacy.
- Pharmacy guide for women's health: What you can buy at Korean pharmacies.
- After-hours and emergency care: What to do at night, on Sundays, or in an emergency.
Costs & insurance
- NHIS for foreigners: How Korea's National Health Insurance applies to foreigners.
- Gynecologist cost in Korea: Typical costs with and without insurance.
- Travel insurance claim documents: Which documents to request for a claim.
Screening & prevention
- Cervical cancer screening: NHIS screening and Pap tests for foreigners.
- HPV vaccine in Korea: Getting Gardasil 9 as a foreigner.
- STD testing in Korea: How STD testing works and what it covers.
- Women's health checkup in Korea: Planning a checkup as a foreigner.
- Understanding your lab results: How to read common test results.
Contraception
- Birth control in Korea: Pills, IUDs, and other options in Korea.
- Morning-after pill in Korea: Emergency contraception requires a prescription.
- IUD in Korea: Getting an IUD as a foreigner.
Pregnancy
- Pregnant in Korea: first steps: What to do after a positive test.
- Prenatal care in Korea: How prenatal care is organized in Korea.
Common problems
- UTI treatment in Korea: Getting a urinary tract infection treated.
- Yeast infection treatment in Korea: Getting a yeast infection treated.
- Period changes after moving abroad: Why cycles can change after a move.
Unplanned pregnancy
- Abortion in Korea: the law and your options — the 2019 ruling, the current legal gap and the abortion pill timeline.
Book an appointment in English
Eunice Women's Clinic · 8F Bethel Place, 120 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul · Seongsu Station (Line 2) Exit 3
Phone: +82-2-467-3100 · KakaoTalk channel · Naver Booking
Mon, Wed, Fri 10:00–19:00 · Tue & Thu 10:00–20:00 · Sat 10:00–14:00 · Lunch 13:30–14:30 · Closed Sundays & public holidays
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a referral to see a gynecologist in Korea?
Usually not. In Korea, you can book directly with an OB-GYN clinic. NHIS coverage applies at clinics without a referral for most outpatient care. Bring your ID to the clinic.
Is the morning-after pill sold over the counter in Korea?
No. Emergency contraception requires a prescription in Korea. You need to see a doctor first. See the morning-after pill guide for details. Go as soon as possible after unprotected sex.
Who can I call for help in English?
The Seoul Dasan Call Center (120) offers English support, and the Korea Travel Hotline (1330) helps visitors. For health questions, the KDCA hotline is 1339. In an emergency, call 119.
Are the guides medical advice?
No. The guides are general information. For advice about your own health, book a consultation with a doctor. Rules and prices in Korea can change, so check official sources such as NHIS or the KDCA hotline (1339) for the latest information.
Related pages
- Seeing a Gynecologist in Korea
- NHIS for Foreigners
- Morning-After Pill in Korea
- Conditions
- Quick answers
This page provides general health information for patients and does not replace a consultation with a doctor. Individual results vary. If you have severe pain, heavy bleeding, fainting or other urgent symptoms, call 119 or go to the nearest emergency room. Page updated September 2026.