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As a foreigner living in Korea, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
We asked expats in Korea if they have access to public healthcare in Korea. And, if they do have access, what is it like. They wrote...
"Yes, as a foreigner living in Korea, you will have access to public healthcare. The public healthcare system in Korea is comprehensive and provides a wide range of services, including preventive care, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. The quality of care is generally high, and the cost of services is relatively low. In addition, the government provides subsidies for certain medical services, making them even more affordable," remarked another expat who made the move to Korea.
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As a foreigner living in Korea, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
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with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
