Important Information for Expecting Mothers: Everyone Can Receive Support of 600,000 KRW
This is a comprehensive guide on the 'National Happiness Card' which provides support of 600,000 KRW (1,000,000 KRW for multiple births) to reduce the burden of medical expenses for expecting mothers. Don’t miss out on this essential benefit that every expecting mother can receive; check it out now.
Last updated June 25, 2026
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Expecting mothers should know: Support of up to 600,000 KRW for all pregnant women
1. Eligibility for Pregnancy and Childbirth Medical Expense Support
Those eligible are health insurance subscribers or dependents who have confirmed their pregnancy and applied for 'Pregnancy and Childbirth Medical Expense Support'. (Legal representatives of infants under 1 year old are also included.)
2. Key Benefits of the National Happiness Card
The National Happiness Card can be used for medical expense payments.
Basic Support: 600,000 KRW voucher provided for each pregnancy
Multiple Birth Support: 1,000,000 KRW for mothers of multiples such as twins
* An additional 200,000 KRW is provided for residents in childbirth vulnerable areas.
3. Four Steps to Issue and Apply for the National Happiness Card
Step 1. Visit an obstetrics and gynecology clinic to obtain a 'Pregnancy Confirmation Certificate'
Step 2. Visit a branch of the National Health Insurance Corporation or a designated card sales point
Step 3. Submit the application for medical expense payment for pregnancy and childbirth
Step 4. Apply for and receive the National Happiness Card (Partners: Woori, National, Shinhan, Samsung, Lotte, KB, IBK, NH, etc.)
4. How to Use the Support Funds and Deadline
You can use the issued National Happiness Card to pay for your share of medical expenses at designated medical institutions nationwide after receiving treatment. The support funds can be used for up to one year from the expected delivery date after receiving the card.
Checklist
- Have you prepared the 'Pregnancy Confirmation Certificate' issued by the obstetrics and gynecology clinic?
- Have you visited the National Health Insurance Corporation or a card sales point to submit the medical expense payment application?
- Have you obtained the National Happiness Card through your primary bank and card issuer?
- Have you checked the voucher usage deadline (1 year from the expected delivery date)?
Frequently asked questions
How much is the support amount for pregnant women?
The National Happiness Card provides a voucher of 600,000 KRW for each pregnancy. For mothers of multiples, the amount is 1,000,000 KRW, and an additional 200,000 KRW is provided for residents in childbirth vulnerable areas.
How can I apply for the National Happiness Card?
First, obtain a Pregnancy Confirmation Certificate from an obstetrics and gynecology clinic, then visit a branch of the National Health Insurance Corporation or a partner card sales point (Woori, National, Shinhan, etc.) to submit your application and receive the card.
Until when can I use the issued support funds?
You can use the National Happiness Card for your share of medical expenses at designated medical institutions nationwide from the time you receive the card until one year after your expected delivery date.
