Question 1

What are the fertility clinic policies and practices in South Korea?

Accepted Answer

IVF, donor gametes and embryo research are allowed for married heterosexual couples; surrogacy is illegal and singles/Same-sex couples are excluded.

Question 2

Which law regulates ART?

Accepted Answer

The Bioethics and Safety Act overseen by the Ministry of Health and Welfare; clinics report outcomes to the government.

Question 3

Does National Health Insurance cover IVF?

Accepted Answer

Yes—NHI pays 50–70 % of up to 7 fresh and 5 frozen cycles, with no age cap.

Question 4

What are patient costs after insurance?

Accepted Answer

Roughly 2–3 million KRW (≈ US $1 500–2 500) per IVF cycle, versus 5–7 million KRW without coverage.

Question 5

Are donor gametes and surrogacy permitted?

Accepted Answer

Anonymous donor eggs/sperm are allowed for married couples; all forms of surrogacy are prohibited.

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