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Pregnancy and Childbirth Medical Expense Support (임신·출산 진료비 지원, National Happiness Card (국민행복카드) Voucher): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

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Benefit: Per pregnancy, KRW 1,000,000 for a single fetus and a base of KRW 1,400,000 for multiple fetuses. For multiples, additional payment based on KRW 1,000,000 per fetus (2 fetuses +KRW 600,000 = KRW 2,000,000 total, 3 fetuses +KRW 1,600,000 = KRW 3,000,000 total, 4 fetuses +KRW 2,600,000 = KRW 4,000,000 total). Residents of areas vulnerable for childbirth receive +KRW 200,000. Usable for pregnant women's medical expenses regardless of whether covered or non-covered, prescribed drugs and treatment materials, and medical expenses and prescribed drugs for infants under 2 (voucher form).
Who is eligible: National health insurance subscribers or dependents with a confirmed pregnancy or childbirth (including miscarriage or stillbirth), and the legal guardian of an infant under 2 if the birth mother has died. For Medical Aid recipients, see the separate item.
When to apply: You can apply right after the pregnancy is confirmed at a hospital and you receive the pregnancy confirmation certificate (usually weeks 5~6). Application and use are possible until 2 years after the expected delivery date (childbirth date).
How to apply: Step 1: Pregnancy confirmation certificate from a medical institution (paper or electronic transmission) -> Step 2: Apply for the voucher by visiting a National Health Insurance Service branch, card company, or financial institution, or via the NHIS website/app/phone, the Government24 (정부24) 'Mom-Friendly Pregnancy' (맘편한 임신) one-stop service, or a community service center (주민센터) or public health center (보건소). The National Happiness Card is issued by BC, Lotte, Samsung, Shinhan, KB Kookmin, or Hyundai Card (Hyundai Card payment service starts July 2026). Inquiries: National Health Insurance 1577-1000.
Important notes: Apply up to 2 years after the expected delivery date (childbirth date); use is also allowed until the same time, and any unused balance expires. If you apply right after pregnancy confirmation, you can use it from your first prenatal visit.
Note: Based on KRW 1,000,000 for a single fetus (KRW 1,400,000 for multiples + additional payment). The additional payment for multiples applies to those who, since Jan. 1, 2024, maintain or have given birth after a multiple pregnancy of 20 weeks or more; the Ministry of Health and Welfare states that for those applying since Jan. 1, 2025, the additional KRW 600,000 (for 2 fetuses) is applied automatically along with the base amount. No income or asset requirements. Remaining balance expires automatically after the usage period ends. Cannot be used to buy quasi-drugs such as health functional foods (only drugs approved by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety). Teen mothers (age 19 or under) may receive an additional KRW 1,200,000 separately (see the separate item).

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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

Pregnancy and Childbirth Medical Expense Support (임신·출산 진료비 지원, National Happiness Card (국민행복카드) Voucher): who can receive it?

National health insurance subscribers or dependents with a confirmed pregnancy or childbirth (including miscarriage or stillbirth), and the legal guardian of an infant under 2 if the birth mother has died. For Medical Aid recipients, see the separate item.

Pregnancy and Childbirth Medical Expense Support (임신·출산 진료비 지원, National Happiness Card (국민행복카드) Voucher): how do I apply?

Step 1: Pregnancy confirmation certificate from a medical institution (paper or electronic transmission) -> Step 2: Apply for the voucher by visiting a National Health Insurance Service branch, card company, or financial institution, or via the NHIS website/app/phone, the Government24 (정부24) 'Mom-Friendly Pregnancy' (맘편한 임신) one-stop service, or a community service center (주민센터) or public health center (보건소). The National Happiness Card is issued by BC, Lotte, Samsung, Shinhan, KB Kookmin, or Hyundai Card (Hyundai Card payment service starts July 2026). Inquiries: National Health Insurance 1577-1000.

Pregnancy and Childbirth Medical Expense Support (임신·출산 진료비 지원, National Happiness Card (국민행복카드) Voucher): how much will I receive?

Per pregnancy, KRW 1,000,000 for a single fetus and a base of KRW 1,400,000 for multiple fetuses. For multiples, additional payment based on KRW 1,000,000 per fetus (2 fetuses +KRW 600,000 = KRW 2,000,000 total, 3 fetuses +KRW 1,600,000 = KRW 3,000,000 total, 4 fetuses +KRW 2,600,000 = KRW 4,000,000 total). Residents of areas vulnerable for childbirth receive +KRW 200,000. Usable for pregnant women's medical expenses regardless of whether covered or non-covered, prescribed drugs and treatment materials, and medical expenses and prescribed drugs for infants under 2 (voucher form).

Pregnancy and Childbirth Medical Expense Support (임신·출산 진료비 지원, National Happiness Card (국민행복카드) Voucher): when can I apply?

You can apply right after the pregnancy is confirmed at a hospital and you receive the pregnancy confirmation certificate (usually weeks 5~6). Application and use are possible until 2 years after the expected delivery date (childbirth date).