South Korea Health Insurance

Feeling comfortable in the knowledge that if something was to happen to a family member their medical costs will be taken care of, is important to us all. Our expert consultants can advise on the most suitable level of coverage for families, individuals, groups, travelers, and teachers expatriate health insurance.

Expatriate Health Insurance South Korea

Pacific Prime is an expatriate insurance broker specialising in providing overseas medical insurance for South Korea nationals living, working or holidaying abroad. If you are a non South Korea national and moving to South Korea we can also provide plans that meet your specific requirements.

The policies that we can provide are guaranteed renewable for life and globally portable, so even if you should relocate away from the country your plan will continue to cover you. With a number of extra benefits including maternity coverage, emergency evacuation and repatriation, dental treatment, out-patient consultations, alternative medicines, complimentary therapies, and specialist consultations, you can be assured that an international health insurance South Korea plan will give you the coverage that you need. For more information about the products and services that we can offer, or to receive a free quote, please contact us today.

Professional Service you can trust

Pacific Prime Insurance will be with you for the duration of your policy. We offer additional customer services that include claims advice, emergency contact numbers and medical advice lines. We also maintain a comprehensive list of South Korea hospitals/doctors. Most of our clients are expatriates so we maintain a list of Embassies in South Korea.

As a leading broker of medical insurance in South Korea we keep up on the latest insurance trends and South Korea Insurance News.

South Korea Travel Tips

While visiting new countries can be exhilarating it can also be slightly daunting, knowing what is expected of you as a visitor is important to help your trip realize its full potential. As such we have provided some advice on South Korean laws and customs that will help you experience the country to its fullest. Please bear in mind that this list is only meant to serve as a reference and that you should consult a travel professional before visiting South Korea.

If you expect to be in South Korea for a period of more than two weeks you should register with your country's embassy or consulate. Due to political tensions on the Korean peninsula situations can change abruptly, stay alert for government announcements and follow all official directions in the event of an unfortunate situation.

Crime in South Korea is low; however there have been incidences of petty theft against foreign nationals in all major cities. Take all reasonable care of your valuables, and watch out for pickpockets in crowded areas such as outdoor markets.

Since 1953 the Korean peninsula has been divided into two halves separated along the 38th parallel which operates as a demilitarized zone. There have been sporadic outbursts of fighting in the DMZ between northern and southern troops.

Do not go to the DMZ unaccompanied or without proper authorization as this can lead to severe penalties and due to the heightened tensions you may face the possibility of death.

At present it is not possible to travel to North Korea from South Korea. However, this situation may change in the near future for Korean nationals. If you would like to visit North Korea it is advisable to try and obtain transport inside the People's Republic of China.

If you plan on traveling by taxi in South Korea please be warned that taxi drivers will speak little to no English. It is therefore advisable to have your destination pre-written in Korean to avoid any confusion. If you are traveling to a private address or somewhere outside the main tourist destinations you should also bring a map to show the driver.

South Korea has one of the highest road death rates in the world. Vehicles are automatically assumed to be at fault if there is an accident involving automobiles and pedestrians even where no guilt has been proven. As such, if you plan to drive while you are in Korea make sure you take all necessary precautions and drive with care.

While in South Korea you should carry some form of identification at all times. Make sure that you also carry your next of kin details in the event of an accident. It should be noted that penalties for illegal activities in South Korea are extremely severe and serious offences can lead to jail time or death. In the event of a less serious offence involving a foreign national the foreigner will usually be deported.

If you are a foreign national of Korean descent whose name appears on a South Korean family register you may be liable for compulsory military service, even if you are traveling on a foreign passport.

For all visitors to South Korea you must have at least 6 months validity left on your passport or an outbound flight ticket, otherwise you may not be allowed to enter the country.

South Korea operates on a different mobile (cell) phone transmission band than any other country except for Japan. Most mobile phones purchased outside of Korea or Japan will not work in South Korea with the exception of Quad Band phones. It is possible to get in expensive disposable mobile phones at vending machines throughout the major cities.

If you are planning to relocate to Korea for work, especially a teaching job, you should note that you cannot obtain a work visa for teaching without a four year university degree or a three year degree and the relevant teaching qualifications (ESL). A TOEFL or TEFL certificate alone is insufficient to obtain a teacher work visa.