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Korea Post Mom Insurance (우체국 대한민국 엄마보험, Free Public-Interest Insurance): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Diagnosis benefit for pregnancy-related conditions: preeclampsia KRW 100,000, gestational hypertension KRW 50,000, gestational diabetes KRW 30,000. Diagnosis benefit for rare diseases of the fetus (main contract) KRW 1,000,000 (first occurrence only). Premiums are fully paid by Korea Post

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 aged 17~45 (international age) within 22 weeks of pregnancy (rider), and the fetus (main contract)
When to apply
Enroll within 22 weeks of pregnancy (premium KRW 0). The stated application period is Jan. 1, 2024 to Dec. 31, 2026
How to apply
Korea Post counters nationwide, the Korea Post Insurance website (www.epostlife.go.kr), or the Itda Insurance app (잇다 보험앱). Bring pregnancy confirmation documents. Inquiries: 1599-0100
Important notes
You cannot enroll in the pregnancy-related conditions rider after 22 weeks of pregnancy. Application period until Dec. 31, 2026 (extension not confirmed)
Note
Coverage for the mother lasts up to 10 months until delivery, and coverage for the child is 10 years (up to age 9). No underwriting or renewal, and it can be held alongside other insurance. For multiples, only 1 person can enroll in the rider (pregnancy-related conditions). The application period is stated to end Dec. 31, 2026, so whether it will be extended needs to be checked separately
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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

Korea Post Mom Insurance (우체국 대한민국 엄마보험, Free Public-Interest Insurance): who can receive it?

Pregnant women aged 17~45 (international age) within 22 weeks of pregnancy (rider), and the fetus (main contract)

Korea Post Mom Insurance (우체국 대한민국 엄마보험, Free Public-Interest Insurance): how do I apply?

Korea Post counters nationwide, the Korea Post Insurance website (www.epostlife.go.kr), or the Itda Insurance app (잇다 보험앱). Bring pregnancy confirmation documents. Inquiries: 1599-0100

Korea Post Mom Insurance (우체국 대한민국 엄마보험, Free Public-Interest Insurance): how much will I receive?

Diagnosis benefit for pregnancy-related conditions: preeclampsia KRW 100,000, gestational hypertension KRW 50,000, gestational diabetes KRW 30,000. Diagnosis benefit for rare diseases of the fetus (main contract) KRW 1,000,000 (first occurrence only). Premiums are fully paid by Korea Post

Korea Post Mom Insurance (우체국 대한민국 엄마보험, Free Public-Interest Insurance): when can I apply?

Enroll within 22 weeks of pregnancy (premium KRW 0). The stated application period is Jan. 1, 2024 to Dec. 31, 2026