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Crisis Pregnancy Counseling (위기임신 상담, 1308) and Protected Childbirth Support (보호출산 지원): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

24-hour confidential counseling (1308, KakaoTalk counseling available), medical and welfare referrals, and, if you choose protected childbirth, support for prenatal checkups, childbirth, and costs under a pseudonym

This page is a translation of the Korean original and is for reference only. The official Korean guidance is the authoritative source for amounts and conditions, so be sure to confirm on the official website before applying. View Korean original (한국어)

Who is eligible: Pregnant women, or women within 6 months after childbirth, in a crisis situation (regardless of age, marital status, or income)
When to apply: Crisis-pregnant women who are pregnant or less than 6 months postpartum and have economic, psychological, or physical difficulties can seek counseling at any time. In effect since July 2024
How to apply: Integrated counseling line 1308 (24 hours) or KakaoTalk chat counseling, with referral to regional counseling agencies
Important notes: Eligible for counseling until less than 6 months after childbirth
Note: Counseling is available regardless of age, marital status, or income. 17 regional counseling agencies for crisis pregnancy are operated. Details of the medical expense support amounts for protected childbirth could not be verified

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Based on official sources as of 2026년 10월. Amounts and requirements may change, so please confirm with the official guide before applying.

Frequently asked questions

Crisis Pregnancy Counseling (위기임신 상담, 1308) and Protected Childbirth Support (보호출산 지원): who can receive it?

Pregnant women, or women within 6 months after childbirth, in a crisis situation (regardless of age, marital status, or income)

Crisis Pregnancy Counseling (위기임신 상담, 1308) and Protected Childbirth Support (보호출산 지원): how do I apply?

Integrated counseling line 1308 (24 hours) or KakaoTalk chat counseling, with referral to regional counseling agencies

Crisis Pregnancy Counseling (위기임신 상담, 1308) and Protected Childbirth Support (보호출산 지원): how much will I receive?

Crisis Pregnancy Counseling (위기임신 상담, 1308) and Protected Childbirth Support (보호출산 지원): when can I apply?

Crisis-pregnant women who are pregnant or less than 6 months postpartum and have economic, psychological, or physical difficulties can seek counseling at any time. In effect since July 2024