The cost of sex reassignment surgery in South Korea typically ranges from $10,000 to $19,000. Pricing varies depending on the type of procedure (male-to-female, female-to-male), the clinic, the surgeon’s experience, and the complexity of the surgery. In the United States, the average cost is $46,000 (per ASPS). This means sex reassignment surgery in South Korea is about 68% less than in the U.S.
Korean clinics usually include pre-surgical consultations, anesthesia, the main surgery, hospital stay, post-op medications, and follow-up visits in their packages. In the U.S., the listed price often covers only the surgeon’s fee, with separate charges for anesthesia, hospital care, and aftercare. Patients should always confirm exactly what’s included with each clinic.
| Republic of Korea | Turkey | The USA | |
| Sex reassignment surgery | from $10,000 | from $12,000 | from $32,000 |
| Top surgery | from $3,000 | from $3,850 | from $10,000 |
| Facial feminization surgery (FFS) | from $12,000 | from $2,400 | from $40,000 |
| Voice masculinization surgery | - | from $3,500 | from $11,000 |
| Voice feminization surgery | - | from $4,000 | from $15,000 |
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Written by Mariia Mytrofankina
Written by Mariia Mytrofankina
Written by Mariia Mytrofankina
Written by Mariia Mytrofankina
Written by Mariia Mytrofankina
When considering Sex reassignment surgery, it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:
Gender reassignment surgery transforms male anatomical structures to female, aligning physical appearance with gender identity.
Gender reassignment surgery for transitioning from female to male involves surgical procedures to align physical appearance with gender identity.
This surgical procedure modifies the vocal cords to produce a higher pitch, aligning the voice with female characteristics.
Voice masculinization surgery aims to deepen the voice by altering the vocal cords.
Transforms facial features to appear more traditionally masculine through various surgical techniques.
Top surgery is a gender-affirming procedure that alters the chest to match an individual's gender identity.
Bottom surgery is a gender-affirming procedure to alter genitalia for aligning with one's gender identity.
Currency | South Korean Won (you also can pay for services in dollars) |
Best period for the trip | April, May & June or September, October & November. |
Language | Korean (most of medical staff speaks English fluently) |
Visa | none required for stays under 90 days or less |
Time difference with Europe | 9 hours |
Time difference with the USA | 9 hours |
Capital | Seoul |
Medical tourism center | Seoul |
Popular resorts | Gangwon-do, Gyeongju, Boseong, Jeju |
Healthcare is the key development sector of the Korean government. The Korean authorities are convinced that care for the citizens' 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.
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.
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.
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:
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:
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