Price guide · 지방흡입
How Much Does Liposuction Cost in Apgujeong and Gangnam?
One full area such as the abdomen or thighs costs about 2,000,000 to 5,000,000 KRW in Seoul, and full-body liposuction runs 7,000,000 to 15,000,000 KRW.
Price snapshot
- Treatment: Liposuction
- Korean name: 지방흡입
- Options compared: 8
- VAT: Usually included in quoted cosmetic prices; ask
- Checked: October 2026
Liposuction prices by option
| Option | Typical KRW | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Partial abdomen (upper or lower) | ₩1,000,000–₩2,500,000 | |
| Full abdomen | ₩2,000,000–₩5,000,000 | |
| Full thighs (front, back, sides) | ₩2,000,000–₩5,000,000 | Inner or outer thigh only: 1,000,000 to 3,000,000 KRW |
| Upper arms (both) | ₩1,000,000–₩3,000,000 | |
| Face and double chin | ₩1,000,000–₩3,000,000 | Can be done under local anesthesia |
| Abdomen plus flanks | ₩3,000,000–₩6,000,000 | |
| Abdomen plus thighs | ₩3,500,000–₩7,000,000 | |
| Full body (abdomen, thighs, arms, back) | ₩7,000,000–₩15,000,000 | 3+ areas usually 10 to 30% below the sum of single areas |
At 1 USD = 1,325.06 KRW (YCharts reference rate for 23 October 2026, checked 28 October 2026), one full area at 2,000,000 to 5,000,000 KRW is about US$1,509 to US$3,773.
What changes the price
- Number of areas and total fat volume removed
- Method: tumescent is mid-range; VASER-type ultrasound and BodyTite-type radiofrequency cost more
- General anesthesia for large areas
- Body size and previous liposuction in the same area
What a quote usually includes
- Surgery and tumescent fluid
- Post-op check visits
Costs people forget
- 10% VAT on cosmetic surgery. The VAT refund for foreign patients ended on 31 December 2025; bills to bring it back were still pending in the National Assembly in August 2026, so do not count on a refund
- Anesthesia fee for general anesthesia on large areas
- Compression garment, usually worn for weeks
- Post-op lymphatic massage or radiofrequency sessions
How to avoid overpaying
- Bundle 3 or more areas in one session; combos are typically 10 to 30% cheaper than paying each area separately
- Ask whether the quote is by area or by volume removed
- Check if the compression garment and post-op care sessions are included
Sources
- isclinic.co.kr: liposuction cost by area 2026(checked 2026-10)
- Dailymedi: foreign patient cosmetic VAT refund lapsed end-2025, reinstatement bill(checked 2026-10)
- Hankyung: VAT refund scheme lapsed, extension bill in committee (July 2026)(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.
Liposuction cost questions
What does liposuction of the abdomen alone cost?
Full abdomen is about 2,000,000 to 5,000,000 KRW; upper or lower abdomen only is 1,000,000 to 2,500,000 KRW.
Is double chin liposuction cheaper than the body?
Yes, face and chin run about 1,000,000 to 3,000,000 KRW and can often be done under local anesthesia.
How much do I save by doing several areas at once?
Clinics commonly price 3 or more areas 10 to 30% below the sum of single areas. Abdomen plus thighs is quoted at 3,500,000 to 7,000,000 KRW.
Does VASER or BodyTite cost more?
Yes. Ultrasound and radiofrequency-assisted methods are priced above standard tumescent liposuction; ask for both quotes.
Will insurance pay for liposuction?
Cosmetic liposuction is not covered by Korean national or private insurance.
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