2026 rates (3.545%) applied.
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| Item | Employee | Employer | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance (7.09%) | ₩0 | ₩0 | ₩0 |
| Long-term Care (12.95%) | ₩0 | ₩0 | ₩0 |
| Total | ₩0 | ₩0 | ₩0 |
Employees working in Korean companies are required to enroll in National Health Insurance. 50% of the premium is paid by the employee and 50% by the employer, calculated by multiplying monthly salary by the insurance rate.
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Quick answers to common questions.
The 2026 health insurance rate is 7.09%. Employee and employer each pay 3.545%.
Long-term care insurance is 12.95% of the health insurance premium (2026). For example, if health insurance is ₩100,000, long-term care is ₩12,950.
Yes, as of July 2019, all foreigners staying in Korea for more than 6 months are mandatorily enrolled in National Health Insurance (NHI).
Only if you have equivalent overseas health insurance that covers treatment in Korea. Most E-visa holders and residents must enroll.