For International Patients
Your Journey
to Clear Vision
Everything you need — from visa to recovery — for international patients planning vision correction surgery at Smile Eye Clinic Korea.

- 3-5
- Days in Korea
- C-3-3
- Medical visa support
- Savings
- vs US/UK costs
- 24h
- Response Time
PATIENT JOURNEY
From Arrival to Clear Vision
A seamless experience designed for international patients.



Why Korea
The world chooses Korea
for vision correction.
1.17 million international patients visited Korea for medical care in 2024.

K-Medical Excellence
Cutting-edge ATOS femtosecond laser technology, rigorous surgical training, advanced infrastructure.

Premium Quality, Fair Price
Cost savings vs equivalent quality clinics in US, UK, or Europe. No compromise on safety or technology.

Hassle-Free Experience
Airport pickup, multilingual support, hotel arrangements, post-op follow-up. Everything handled for you.
5-Step Process
Your journey, simplified.
From first message to clear vision — typically just 3-5 days in Korea.
01Online ConsultationSend prescription & questions via WhatsApp or email. Free, 24h response.
02Pre-Surgery PlanPersonalized surgery plan, cost estimate, and travel itinerary in 2-3 days.
03Arrive in KoreaAirport pickup arranged. Check into partner hotel near clinic.
04Exam & SurgerySame-day examination and surgery possible. Conducted by senior surgeon.
05Recovery & ReturnDay-after check, in-person follow-ups. Return home with clear vision.
Visa & Travel
Easy entry to Korea.

Visa Required (Mongolia)
Mongolian ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Korea. For treatment, apply for the short-stay medical visa (C-3-3). We provide the invitation letter, treatment plan and cost estimate for your application. Also required: passport valid 6+ months, return ticket, hotel booking. Allow 2-3 weeks.

Medical Tourism Visa (C-3-3)
For extended treatment over 90 days. We provide all necessary documents. Processing: 5-15 days at Korean Embassy.

Travel Logistics
Incheon International Airport (ICN). Airport pickup $50. Partner hotels in Gangnam with discounted rates ($80-250/night).

What to Bring
Valid passport, travel insurance, current prescription (if any), previous eye exam reports, return ticket. Stop wearing contacts 1-2 weeks before.
Ready to start your journey?
In-person consultation. Our multilingual coordinators respond within 24 hours.
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