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Korea's first JCI-accredited eye clinic
International Patients at BGSS — Your Eye Surgery Trip, Planned End to End
Everything an overseas patient needs in one place: how the free pre-assessment works, what to bring, how long to stay, language support, payment and documents, and how aftercare continues once you are home.
- Free pre-assessment by message, reply within 24 h
- Six patient languages plus Korean
- English medical records and insurance documents
6
patient languages
~1 week
typical stay in Korea
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Korea's first JCI-accredited eye clinic
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ZEISS VisuMax 800 for SMILE Pro
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Founded 1997 · 29 years
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Korea's first eye clinic designated for Advanced Regenerative Medicine
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Keynote: STAAR Surgical EVO ICL APAC Experts Summit 2024
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Keynote: Korea SMILE Forum 2025
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628,000+ vision correction procedures
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Support in 6 languages
Quick answer
How do international patients book eye surgery at BGSS in Korea?
Send your prescription, age and eye history to BGSS on WhatsApp (+82-10-7632-8782) for a free pre-assessment; a coordinator replies within 24 hours with suitable options, a price range and dates. In Korea you have a 2–3 hour exam, surgery is often the same or next day, and checks follow before departure. Most patients plan about one week.
- First step
- Free pre-assessment
- Reply
- Within 24 h
- Exam
- 2–3 hours
- Typical stay
- About 1 week
628,000+
Vision correction surgeries
160,000+
SMILE / SMILE Pro cases
66,000+
ICL lens implants
49,000+
Presbyopia & cataract
12
Ophthalmologists in Seoul & Busan
Patient pathway
From first message to follow-up at home
The four stages every international patient goes through.
Pre-assessment (from home)
Message your prescription and history. A coordinator replies within 24 hours with likely options, a 2026 price range and exam dates.
Exam in Korea
A 2–3 hour diagnostic exam in Seoul (Gangnam) or Busan (Seomyeon). Your surgeon recommends the safest procedure.
Surgery & checks
Surgery is often the same or next day, followed by post-op checks. Your surgeon confirms when it is safe to fly.
Remote aftercare
Take home English records; follow-up continues by message, and your local eye doctor can review your records.
Services
Services for international patients
What BGSS coordinators handle for you.
| Service | Details |
|---|---|
| Languages | English, 中文, 日本語, Tiếng Việt, Монгол, Bahasa Indonesia (+ Korean) |
| Medical interpreters | Exam results, consent and surgery day |
| Travel guidance | Airport and hotel guidance near each clinic |
| Payment | Card and overseas payment; final price after exam |
| Documents | English medical records and insurance documents |
| Aftercare | Pre-departure review and remote post-op care |
Flights, accommodation and travel insurance are not included in procedure prices.
Free personal plan
Your treatment plan and price within 24 hours
- 1 Send a photo of your glasses or prescription
- 2 Get a likely procedure and estimated cost
- 3 Reserve an exam slot for your trip
Start on WhatsApp — it's free
Take the 30-second check
No obligation · English · 中文 · 日本語 · Tiếng Việt · Монгол · Bahasa Indonesia
Preparation
What to bring and what to avoid
Small details that keep your exam accurate and your trip smooth.
Bring
- Your current glasses and prescription
- Previous eye records or surgery reports
- A list of medications and allergies
- Sunglasses for the days after surgery
Avoid
- Wearing soft contact lenses before the exam (stop as instructed)
- Booking a return flight before your surgeon confirms
- Planning swimming, saunas or diving right after surgery
- Eye make-up on surgery day
Clinics are closed on Wednesdays, Sundays and Korean public holidays — plan exam dates accordingly.
Transparent pricing
BGSS Eye Clinic 2026 prices
Every package includes the pre-operative exam, the surgery and standard post-op medications.
| Procedure | Price (KRW) | Approx. USD | Recovery |
|---|---|---|---|
| LASIK (both eyes) | ₩1,900,000 – ₩2,400,000 | $1,340 – $1,690 | 1 day |
| LASEK / PRK (both eyes) | ₩2,200,000 – ₩2,800,000 | $1,550 – $1,980 | 3–5 days |
| SMILE / SMILE Pro (both eyes) | ₩2,500,000 – ₩4,000,000 | $1,760 – $2,830 | 1–2 days |
| EVO ICL (both eyes) | ₩5,200,000 – ₩7,000,000 | $3,670 – $4,950 | 1 day |
| Cataract / presbyopia lens (per eye) | ₩1,500,000 – ₩7,250,000 | $1,060 – $5,120 | 1–2 days |
USD values are approximate and vary with exchange rates. Final pricing is confirmed after your pre-operative exam.
- Full pre-operative diagnostic exam (2–3 hours)
- Surgery performed by a board-certified ophthalmologist
- Standard post-op eye drops and check-ups before you fly
- Medical interpreter and English medical records
30-second check
Which procedure fits your eyes?
Answer 3 quick questions to see the procedure most often suited to people like you, with the 2026 starting price. Then send it to a coordinator for a free personal review.
- FREE No obligation, no deposit to ask
- 24h Reply from our international team
- MD Final plan confirmed by an ophthalmologist after your exam
Question 1
of 3
How old are you?
Verified credentials
Written and reviewed by the surgeons who perform it
Every figure on this page is a published BGSS total or a public credential you can check.
Experience
628,000+
procedures since 1997
- 160,000+ SMILE / SMILE Pro
- 66,000+ ICL lens implants
- 49,000+ presbyopia & cataract
Expertise
12
ophthalmologists, Seoul & Busan
- Many with M.D., Ph.D. research backgrounds
- Founder Dr. Jong-Ho Lee: 56,000+ ICL eyes
- Complex-case and toric ICL positioning
Authority
Keynote
at international ophthalmology forums
- STAAR Surgical EVO ICL APAC Experts Summit (2024)
- Korea SMILE Forum (2025)
- Korea EVO ICL Forum (2025)
- Among Korea's first to introduce LASIK & LASEK
Trust
JCI
Korea's first accredited eye clinic
- Ministry of Health & Welfare–designated regenerative medicine institution
- 2026 prices published openly
- Medical content reviewed by an ophthalmologist
Medical reviewer
Dr. Jong-Ho Lee, M.D., Ph.D.
Founder & CEO since 1997
M.D., Ph.D.
56,000+ ICL eyes
STAAR Surgical keynote speaker
Korea SMILE Forum
Dr. Lee is a pioneer of first-generation LASIK, LASEK and ICL in Korea and is known internationally for complex-case ICL and custom lens positioning for astigmatism. He reviews the medical content on this website.
Editorial policy: clinical statements on this page are checked against the sources below and BGSS outcome data, and are reviewed at least once a year. Prices are the clinic's published 2026 rates.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a referral?
No. Send your details for a free pre-assessment; your surgeon decides candidacy after the exam in Korea.
Which clinic should I choose, Seoul or Busan?
Choose by convenience. Both follow the same protocols and 2026 prices. Seoul is in Gangnam; Busan is at Seomyeon Station.
Can I have both eyes done on the same day?
For laser vision correction and ICL, both eyes are usually treated in one session. Lens surgery for cataract or presbyopia is often done one eye at a time.
What if I am not suitable for surgery?
You will be told honestly and, where possible, offered an alternative procedure. The pre-assessment does not commit you to surgery.
When can I fly home?
Your surgeon checks your eyes before departure and confirms when it is safe to fly; most patients plan about one week in Korea.
How do I contact the clinic?
WhatsApp or phone +82-10-7632-8782. See contact for addresses and hours.
Ready to see clearly? Start with a free consultation.
Send your prescription today and get a personal treatment plan and price estimate within 24 hours.
- Free consultation
- No obligation
- Reply within 24 hours
- Korea's first JCI-accredited eye clinic
Medical information on this page is for general education and does not replace a consultation with an ophthalmologist. Results vary by individual, and suitability is determined after a full pre-operative eye examination. Statistics: BGSS Seoul + Busan cumulative totals as of December 2025.
