Korea is the best destination for laser eye surgery
Annually, around 200,000 people 1 undergo laser eye surgery in Korea.
SMILE LASIK, the latest technology, has surpassed 1.4 million procedures 2 (17.5% of 8 million performed worldwide).
Also, Korea was the first in Asia 3 to introduce the ZEISS SMILE VISUMAX.
Driven by high demand, Korean doctors renowned for their exceptional surgical skills —including in cosmetic surgery—provide safe and advanced vision correction.
U.S.A | KOREA | |
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LASIK | $3,998 ~ $8,000 (both eyes) ¹ | ~$1,112 (both eyes) ³ |
SMILE LASIK | $4,000 ~ $6,000 (both eyes) ² | ~$1,694 (both eyes) ³ |
Flight Ticket | - | ~$1,400 (round-trip direct) ⁴ |
Tour & Accom. | - | ~ $117 (per day) ⁵ |
TOTAL | LASIK or SMILE $3,998 ~ $8,000 | LASIK or SMILE + Flight ticket + Tour for 7days $3,331 ~ $3,913 |
* $1 = ₩1427.14 (Jan.24.2025 updated)
Close to 25% of those who book through our platform schedule both the consultation and surgery on the same day.
Additionally, 83% of clients visit the hospital on their chosen date or earlier.
Unlike in the U.S., where patients must arrange exams, surgery dates with limited availability, surgeries in Korea are scheduled and performed at a much quicker pace.
* However, the required time may vary depending on individual circumstances and medical institution.
The number of American patients visiting eye clinics in Korea has been steadily increasing, except for the decline caused by COVID-19¹
Don’t worry!
The hospitals in Korea will prepare a medical report and all necessary documents for submission to your local hospital.