Leave · Work

Time Off for Pregnant Women's Regular Health Checkups (임산부 정기건강진단(태아검진) 시간 허용): How to Apply, Amount & Eligibility (2026)

The time needed for checkups (round trip to the hospital and checkup time) is allowed and wages for that time are not reduced (paid).

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
Female workers who are pregnant (workplaces with 5 or more regular employees).
When to apply
Request each time for a regular checkup during pregnancy (once every 4 weeks up to 28 weeks of pregnancy, once every 2 weeks at 29~36 weeks, once a week from 37 weeks). The number of times may be exceeded for persons with disabilities, those aged 35 or over (international age), multiple pregnancies, high-risk pregnancies, etc.
How to apply
Request checkup time from the employer (half-day leave, hourly leave, etc.). If refused, call 1350 for counseling.
Important notes
Request in advance before the checkup date according to company rules. Even though there is no penalty, you can consult the Ministry of Employment and Labor in case of a dispute.
Note
Article 74-2 of the Labor Standards Act. The law does not specify proof submission, so it follows company work rules and internal regulations. Applies to workplaces with 5 or more employees, and there is no penalty provision for violation (Ministry of Employment and Labor interpretation).
Go to the official guide →

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

Time Off for Pregnant Women's Regular Health Checkups (임산부 정기건강진단(태아검진) 시간 허용): who can receive it?

Female workers who are pregnant (workplaces with 5 or more regular employees).

Time Off for Pregnant Women's Regular Health Checkups (임산부 정기건강진단(태아검진) 시간 허용): how do I apply?

Request checkup time from the employer (half-day leave, hourly leave, etc.). If refused, call 1350 for counseling.

Time Off for Pregnant Women's Regular Health Checkups (임산부 정기건강진단(태아검진) 시간 허용): how much will I receive?

The time needed for checkups (round trip to the hospital and checkup time) is allowed and wages for that time are not reduced (paid).

Time Off for Pregnant Women's Regular Health Checkups (임산부 정기건강진단(태아검진) 시간 허용): when can I apply?

Request each time for a regular checkup during pregnancy (once every 4 weeks up to 28 weeks of pregnancy, once every 2 weeks at 29~36 weeks, once a week from 37 weeks). The number of times may be exceeded for persons with disabilities, those aged 35 or over (international age), multiple pregnancies, high-risk pregnancies, etc.