Do you endure pain because you're afraid of hospital bills? Information on hospital bill support for foreigners

"Are you enduring pain because you're afraid of hospital bills?" I've seen many foreign friends with this worry. If you've hesitated to go to the hospital due to lack of health insurance or other reasons, don't worry anymore. The Korean government supports hospital expenses so you can enjoy a minimum healthy life.

🏥 1. What is this?

This is a helpful system that eases the burden of hospital bills for foreign workers and their families who find it difficult to receive medical benefits. It can be a great help when you suddenly need hospitalization or surgery.

🤔 2. Am I eligible?

This is the most important part: if you meet the following conditions, you can receive support.

Target Audience
- Foreign workers, their spouses, and children under 18 years old.
- Marriage immigrants who have not yet received nationality, and their children under 18 years old.
- Asylum applicants and their children under 18 years old.

Essential Condition: You must not be receiving benefits from other medical security systems, such as health insurance or medical aid!

💸 3. What are the benefits?

You can receive support of **up to 3 million KRW per incident** for hospital expenses incurred from admission to discharge.

Wait, please keep this in mind: Not all expenses are covered. Expenses for superior rooms (e.g., single rooms) or certain non-covered items may be excluded from support, so be sure to check with the hospital in advance!

🚶‍♂️ 4. How do I apply?

The application method for this system is a bit special.

• Visit a 'Participating Medical Institution': First, you must visit a designated hospital that participates in this system.
• Consult with a Staff Member: You will consult with a staff member at the hospital to confirm if you are eligible for support and proceed with the application immediately.

Here's a tip that only those in the know are aware of: The fastest way is to **inquire directly at a designated hospital** rather than going to a public health center first. If you're curious about which hospitals are participating, calling the **Ministry of Health and Welfare Consultation Center (📞129)** is the most accurate way to find out.

Let's promise not to endure pain unnecessarily from now on! You are not alone. Everyone has the right to be healthy while in Korea. We hope this information brings strength to you and your loved ones!