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Pregnant Woman Registration (임산부 등록, Public Health Center (보건소)) and Standard Maternal and Child Health Handbook (표준모자보건수첩): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

Free Standard Maternal and Child Health Handbook, and use of public health center (보건소) services through pregnant woman registration (folic acid and iron supplements, local government prenatal test support, pregnancy classes, 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: Pregnant women with a confirmed pregnancy
When to apply: You can register right after pregnancy is confirmed (usually weeks 5~6), and at any time during pregnancy.
How to apply: Visit the public health center (보건소) at your address (ID plus one pregnancy confirmation document such as a pregnancy confirmation certificate, maternal handbook, or ultrasound photo), or apply through Government24 (정부24) 'Mom-Friendly Pregnancy' (맘편한 임신), e-Public Health Center (e보건소), or the pregnancy and childbirth mobile app 'Aimajung' (아이마중)
Important notes: Folic acid and iron supplement medicines are in principle collected in person at the public health center (보건소), and you must first report (register) your pregnancy before you can apply
Note: Registration itself is free. The range of services provided by public health centers differs by 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.

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Pregnant Woman Registration (임산부 등록, Public Health Center (보건소)) and Standard Maternal and Child Health Handbook (표준모자보건수첩): who can receive it?

Pregnant women with a confirmed pregnancy

Pregnant Woman Registration (임산부 등록, Public Health Center (보건소)) and Standard Maternal and Child Health Handbook (표준모자보건수첩): how do I apply?

Visit the public health center (보건소) at your address (ID plus one pregnancy confirmation document such as a pregnancy confirmation certificate, maternal handbook, or ultrasound photo), or apply through Government24 (정부24) 'Mom-Friendly Pregnancy' (맘편한 임신), e-Public Health Center (e보건소), or the pregnancy and childbirth mobile app 'Aimajung' (아이마중)

Pregnant Woman Registration (임산부 등록, Public Health Center (보건소)) and Standard Maternal and Child Health Handbook (표준모자보건수첩): how much will I receive?

Pregnant Woman Registration (임산부 등록, Public Health Center (보건소)) and Standard Maternal and Child Health Handbook (표준모자보건수첩): when can I apply?

You can register right after pregnancy is confirmed (usually weeks 5~6), and at any time during pregnancy.