During Visit

Payment Checklist

Avoid surprises at checkout.

Before paying

  • Get a written cost breakdown
  • Confirm VAT is included in the price
  • Ask if foreign card surcharge applies
  • Check if tax refund (환급) is available

Payment methods

  • Visa / Mastercard — accepted at most clinics
  • Cash in Korean Won — may offer small discount
  • Kakao Pay / Naver Pay — not for foreign cards
  • Amex — not widely accepted

After paying

  • Request an official receipt (영수증)
  • Ask for an itemized receipt if possible
  • Save receipt for tax refund or insurance claim
  • Check if follow-up visit cost is included

Useful phrases

영수증 주세요

Please give me a receipt

카드로 할게요

I'll pay by card

세금 환급 되나요?

Is tax refund available?

총 얼마예요?

How much is the total?