Price guide · 라식
How Much Does LASIK Cost in Apgujeong and Gangnam?
LASIK for both eyes averages about 1,900,000 to 2,600,000 KRW in Korea, with a 2025 HIRA clinic-level median of 2,300,000 KRW.
Price snapshot
- Treatment: LASIK
- Korean name: 라식
- Options compared: 7
- VAT: Usually included in quoted cosmetic prices; ask
- Checked: October 2026
LASIK prices by option
| Option | Typical KRW | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| LASIK both eyes, typical average | ₩1,900,000–₩2,600,000 | Advertised prices range from 800,000 to 7,700,000 KRW |
| LASIK, HIRA 2025 clinic median | ₩2,300,000 | Median of non-covered fees reported by clinics |
| Smart LASIK, Seocho clinic listing | ₩2,300,000–₩3,800,000 | Event price vs regular price, October 2026 |
| Wavefront or topography-guided add-on | ₩200,000–₩500,000 | Some clinics include it |
| Corneal cross-linking add-on | ₩200,000–₩500,000 | From 2026 Gangnam listings |
| Avellino gene test | ₩100,000–₩200,000 | |
| Pre-op exam if not included | ₩50,000–₩150,000 |
At 1 USD = 1,325.06 KRW (YCharts reference rate for 23 October 2026, checked 28 October 2026), the typical range of 1,900,000 to 2,600,000 KRW is about US$1,434 to US$1,962.
What changes the price
- Laser platform and flap method
- Custom ablation (wavefront, topography)
- Add-ons such as cross-linking or serum drops
- Event discounts, often 30 to 50% off list
- Retreatment policy
What a quote usually includes
- Surgery for both eyes
- Post-op checks in the first year at most clinics
- Basic eye drops
Costs people forget
- Pre-op exam if billed separately
- Autologous serum drops
- Annual check-ups after the first year: 50,000 to 100,000 KRW
How to avoid overpaying
- Confirm the price is for both eyes; some ads quote one eye
- Ask if retreatment within 1 to 3 years is free
- Book the full exam before comparing prices; corneal thickness decides whether LASIK, LASEK or SMILE is even an option for you
Sources
- isclinic.co.kr: LASIK, LASEK, SMILE cost 2026 with HIRA 2025 medians(checked 2026-10)
- Glasswallet: LASIK vs LASEK cost (HIRA non-covered data)(checked 2026-10)
- Modoodoc: Smart LASIK listing, Seocho clinic (Oct 2026)(checked 2026-10)
- Glasswallet: aftercare costs after vision correction(checked 2026-10)
Last reviewed October 2026. Prices change often; confirm with the clinic before booking. General information only, not medical advice. A doctor confirms what suits you at consultation.
LASIK cost questions
Is LASIK cheaper than SMILE in Gangnam?
Usually. LASIK averages 1,900,000 to 2,600,000 KRW, while SMILE Pro is about 2,600,000 to 3,300,000 KRW.
Is the pre-op exam free?
Often it is waived if you book surgery; otherwise expect 50,000 to 150,000 KRW.
Do I need the Avellino test?
Many Korean clinics recommend it because the corneal dystrophy is more common in East Asia. It costs 100,000 to 200,000 KRW.
Why do some ads say 800,000 KRW?
That is the lowest event price seen in 2026 and may be per eye or exclude add-ons.
Can foreigners claim insurance for LASIK?
No. LASIK is cosmetic for insurance purposes in Korea and is self-paid.
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