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National Immunization Program (국가예방접종, Free Essential Vaccinations): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Free national essential vaccinations (hepatitis B, tuberculosis, DTaP, polio, pneumococcal, measles and MMR, varicella, influenza, etc.)

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
Infants and children of the relevant age (eligible ages differ by vaccine).
When to apply
From right after birth according to the standard schedule by age in months (hepatitis B, BCG, etc. immediately after birth). Check the vaccination schedule on the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency's Immunization Helper (예방접종도우미, nip.kdca.go.kr).
How to apply
Visit a public health center (보건소) or designated medical institution; look up designated medical institutions and vaccination records on the Immunization Helper (nip.kdca.go.kr).
Important notes
Once the eligible age or timing for a vaccine has passed, it may be excluded from free support. Re-check the detailed vaccine list and schedule against the official KDCA schedule (this survey checked Everyday Law information).
Note
Only vaccines eligible for free vaccination at public health centers (보건소) and designated medical institutions are covered (optional and non-covered vaccines are paid). Some vaccines have limits on eligible age and timing.
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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

National Immunization Program (국가예방접종, Free Essential Vaccinations): who can receive it?

Infants and children of the relevant age (eligible ages differ by vaccine).

National Immunization Program (국가예방접종, Free Essential Vaccinations): how do I apply?

Visit a public health center (보건소) or designated medical institution; look up designated medical institutions and vaccination records on the Immunization Helper (nip.kdca.go.kr).

National Immunization Program (국가예방접종, Free Essential Vaccinations): how much will I receive?

Free national essential vaccinations (hepatitis B, tuberculosis, DTaP, polio, pneumococcal, measles and MMR, varicella, influenza, etc.)

National Immunization Program (국가예방접종, Free Essential Vaccinations): when can I apply?

From right after birth according to the standard schedule by age in months (hepatitis B, BCG, etc. immediately after birth). Check the vaccination schedule on the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency's Immunization Helper (예방접종도우미, nip.kdca.go.kr).