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1. Overview
Pregnancy and childbirth are crucial periods for the health of the mother and baby. The Korean government provides financial support for pregnancy and childbirth medical expenses through the National Happiness Card to reduce medical costs. More details are available on the Ministry of Health and Welfare's official website.
Korea’s “National Happiness Card” – Enjoy Government Benefits All in One Place
Korea’s “National Happiness Card” – Enjoy Government Benefits All in One Place
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2. Eligibility
You may be eligible for pregnancy and childbirth medical expense support under the following conditions:
- Pregnancy or childbirth (including miscarriage or stillbirth) is confirmed
- Health insurance subscriber or dependent
- Legal guardian of a child under 2 years old is also eligible
Application is possible only after pregnancy is confirmed and requires submission of a medical certificate.
3. Benefit Amount
| Category | Benefit Amount |
| Per Pregnancy | KRW 1,000,000 |
| Multiple Births | KRW 1,400,000 |
| Delivery in Underserved Area | Additional KRW 200,000 |
- The support amount is provided as a National Happiness Card and can be used to pay medical expenses
4. How to Apply
(1) In-person Application
- Fill out the pregnancy confirmation section at your OB/GYN visit
- Visit a nearby National Health Insurance Service (NHIS) branch or card company office to apply
(2) Required Documents
- Application form for pregnancy and childbirth medical expense support
- Pregnancy confirmation or medical certificate
(3) Online Application
- Available through the websites of card companies or NHIS online services
5. How to Use
- Use the National Happiness Card to pay out-of-pocket medical expenses at hospitals and clinics nationwide
- Valid Period: From the date of card issuance, valid up to 2 years from the expected delivery date (or date of delivery/miscarriage)
