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What states need a visa for treatment in South Korea and what countries can cross the border free and easy read </span><a href=\"https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SouthKorea.html\"><u>here</u></a><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(51,51,51);\">.</span></p>"},{"q":"What is the level of medicine in South Korea?","a":"<p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">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 <a href=\"https://www.imtj.com/country/KR/#horizontalTab5\"><u>1 billion a year</u></a> for medical tourists attraction.</p><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">According to <a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Healthcare_in_South_Korea\"><u>Mark Britnell</u></a>, hospitals dominate the health system. 94% of hospitals are privately owned.</p>"},{"q":"What are the most popular plastic surgery procedures?","a":"<p>According to <a href=\"https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/News/Statistics/2018/plastic-surgery-statistics-full-report-2018.pdf\">ASPS</a> statistics, 17.7 mln cosmetic surgeries and 5.8 mln reconstructive procedures have been performed in 2018. Among cosmetic procedures the most popular are:</p><ul><li>breast augmentation</li><li>liposuction</li><li>rhinoplasty (nose job)</li><li>eyelid surgery</li><li>tummy tuck.</li></ul><p>Tumor removal, laceration repair, maxillofacial surgery, scar revision, hand surgery are the most common operations in the context of reconstructive surgery.</p>"},{"q":"What documents are required to apply for a visa to South Korea for treatment?","a":"<p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Visas for travel to South Korea require a <a href=\"https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/SouthKorea.html\"><u>number of documents</u></a>. The necessary papers can be submitted 90 days before the planned departure. Lists of documents includes:</p><ul><li>ID card</li><li>confirmation of online registration and filling out the questionnaire</li><li>certificate of income and availability of funds</li><li>insurance policy for a stay in South Korea (original and copy)</li><li>2 photos (5x6)</li><li>visa receipt</li><li>booking of flight and hotel</li><li>medical opinion about the need for treatment.</li></ul>"},{"q":"What should you know about South Korea before the trip?","a":"<figure class=\"table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Currency</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">South Korean Won (you also can pay for services in dollars)</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Best period for the trip</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">April, May &amp; June or September, October &amp; November.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Language</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Korean (most of medical staff speaks English fluently)</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Visa</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">none required for stays under 90 days or less</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Time difference with Europe</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">9 hours</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Time difference with the USA</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">9 hours</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Capital</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Seoul</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Medical tourism center</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Seoul</p></td></tr><tr><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Popular resorts</p></td><td><p style=\"margin-left:0px;\">Gangwon-do, Gyeongju, Boseong, Jeju</p></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>"},{"q":"What hotel services are provided here?","a":"<p><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(51,51,51);\">In South Korea, </span><a href=\"https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g294197-zff12-Seoul-Hotels.html\"><u>hotels of different</u></a><span style=\"background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(51,51,51);\"> 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.</span></p>"}],"h2":[{"text":"How Much Does Urethroplasty Cost in Republic of Korea?","kind":"content"},{"text":"Your Benefits and Guarantees with Bookimed","kind":"content"},{"text":"Your personal Bookimed medical coordinator","kind":"content"},{"text":"Discover the Best Urethroplasty Clinics in Republic of Korea: 5 Verified Options and Prices","kind":"content"},{"text":"Urethroplasty Overview in Republic of Korea","kind":"content"},{"text":"Our Doctors","kind":"content"},{"text":"Video Stories from Bookimed Patients","kind":"ui"},{"text":"Reviews about Bookimed: Discover Patients' Insights","kind":"ui"},{"text":"Share this content","kind":"ui"},{"text":"Our Urethroplasty Techniques: What Suits You Best?","kind":"content"},{"text":"FAQ about Urethroplasty in Republic of Korea","kind":"content"},{"text":"Get a free consultation","kind":"ui"}]},"placeholders":{"price_from":"{{price_from}}","clinics_count":"{{clinics_count}}","cities_count":"{{cities_count}}","savings_pct":"{{savings_pct}}","data_date":"{{data_date}}"},"legal":{"restricted_markets":{"status":"missing","reason":"not_collected"}},"conflicts":[]}