The law reviewed on 10 September 2026 limits this special refund to eligible services supplied by 31 December 2025.
Check the service date
- Do not budget for this special VAT refund for cosmetic medical services supplied in 2026.
- Use the treatment's supply date when checking the rule. A booking or deposit date alone does not establish eligibility.
Check the bill
- Ask for the total amount due, including any applicable VAT, in writing.
- Keep a clinic discount separate from a statutory tax refund when comparing quotes.
Question conflicting claims
- If someone promises a 2026 refund, request the current legal basis and the exact service covered before paying.
- For an older eligible service or an individual tax question, check the official rule and ask the refund operator or tax authority.
Sources and update
Editorial source check: September 10, 2026. No independent clinical review is claimed.
General information. Discuss your care with a qualified clinician.
Med-in-Korea Editorial Team · Editorial policy
