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Folic Acid Supplement Support for Pregnant Women (임산부 엽산제 지원, Public Health Center (보건소)): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Free folic acid supplements for up to 3 months (in medicine form)

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 registered at the public health center (보건소) (3 months before and after conception)
When to apply
Up to 3 months before and after conception (preparing for pregnancy or early pregnancy). Applications accepted year-round
How to apply
Visit the public health center (보건소) at your address, or use Government24 (정부24) 'Mom-Friendly Pregnancy' (맘편한 임신), e-Public Health Center (e보건소), or the 'Aimajung' (아이마중) app. Required document: pregnancy confirmation certificate. Inquiries: 129
Important notes
There is no period in which it cannot be applied for together with iron supplements, but duplicate applications for the same item are not allowed
Note
Additional quantities may be provided depending on local government circumstances; timing and method of provision vary. Delivery by courier is limited to online applications for the health functional food form and may involve cash-on-delivery shipping fees. The exact application requirements for the pre-pregnancy period (whether public health center (보건소) registration is needed) should be checked with each local government
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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

Folic Acid Supplement Support for Pregnant Women (임산부 엽산제 지원, Public Health Center (보건소)): who can receive it?

Pregnant women registered at the public health center (보건소) (3 months before and after conception)

Folic Acid Supplement Support for Pregnant Women (임산부 엽산제 지원, Public Health Center (보건소)): how do I apply?

Visit the public health center (보건소) at your address, or use Government24 (정부24) 'Mom-Friendly Pregnancy' (맘편한 임신), e-Public Health Center (e보건소), or the 'Aimajung' (아이마중) app. Required document: pregnancy confirmation certificate. Inquiries: 129

Folic Acid Supplement Support for Pregnant Women (임산부 엽산제 지원, Public Health Center (보건소)): how much will I receive?

Free folic acid supplements for up to 3 months (in medicine form)

Folic Acid Supplement Support for Pregnant Women (임산부 엽산제 지원, Public Health Center (보건소)): when can I apply?

Up to 3 months before and after conception (preparing for pregnancy or early pregnancy). Applications accepted year-round