International Patient FAQ
Yaan Clinic · Gangnam, Seoul
Quick answers for international patients visiting Yaan Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul. International patients pay the same prices as Korean patients, English and Chinese interpreters are available, and the clinic is near COEX within walking distance of Samseong and Bongeunsa stations. The cosmetic VAT refund for foreigners no longer applies from 1 January 2026.
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What is this international patient FAQ?
This page gives short, direct answers to the questions international patients ask Yaan Clinic most often, from pricing and language to travel and recovery. Each answer links to a detailed page in the Foreigners Guide.
Yaan Clinic is an aesthetic clinic in Samseong-dong, Gangnam, Seoul, specializing in petit treatments, lifting and body contouring since 2011. If your question is not covered, message the international line on WhatsApp at +82 10 5308 0499 or email yaan09@naver.com.
At a glance
| Pricing | Same for international and Korean patients; full 2026 price list published |
|---|---|
| Languages | English and Chinese interpreters |
| Location | Samseong-dong, Gangnam, near COEX |
| Contact | WhatsApp +82 10 5308 0499; yaan09@naver.com |
| VAT refund | Not available for treatment from 1 January 2026 |
Do international patients pay the same price?
Yes. Yaan Clinic applies the same pricing to international patients as to Korean patients, with no hidden fees. Yaan publishes a full 2026 price list in Korean won, and your final price is confirmed at consultation.
For example, at Yaan Clinic wrinkle Botox starts at ₩100,000 (Xeomin), Thermage FLX starts at ₩1,690,000 (300 shots) and Ulfit is ₩300,000 for 600 shots. The consultation fee (10,000 KRW, or 30,000 KRW including a director consultation) is waived if you go ahead with a treatment. Details: costs, payment and tax refund and treatment prices.
Can I get a tax refund on my treatment?
No. Korea's VAT refund for foreign patients receiving cosmetic and aesthetic procedures ended after 31 December 2025. Treatment from 1 January 2026 is not eligible, so plan your budget without a refund.
Will I be able to communicate with the doctor?
Yes. Yaan Clinic has dedicated English and Chinese interpreters and multilingual coordinators who support you from booking to recovery. See language support.
Who will perform my treatment?
Yaan Clinic's own dedicated doctors perform treatments, with no substitute practitioners, and the clinic carries treatment liability insurance. The founder and chief doctor is Dr. Wontak Choi.
The team includes a specialist plastic surgeon and a board-certified obesity specialist. Meet them on our doctors page.
How do I know products are genuine?
Yaan Clinic follows a "genuine products, correct dosage" policy and offers authenticity checks for several brands, such as Thermage device and tip serial numbers, Artecoll cards, Rejuran verification and miraDry certificates.
Read genuine products and safety and our checklist for choosing a safe clinic in Korea.
How do I book, and how early?
Book by WhatsApp (+82 10 5308 0499), KakaoTalk or email (yaan09@naver.com) as soon as you know your travel dates. Share your goals, dates and medical history. See how to book.
How do I get to the clinic from the airport?
From Incheon, the 6103 limousine bus runs to COEX, or take the AREX railroad and transfer to the subway. From Gimpo, Line 9 runs to Bongeunsa Station. The clinic is within walking distance of Samseong (Line 2) and Bongeunsa (Line 9) stations.
You can come straight from the airport with luggage. See getting to Yaan Clinic.
How many days should I stay in Seoul?
For single non-invasive treatments such as Thermage FLX or Sofwave, two to three days is usually enough. Fillers, thread lifts and miraDry are better with three to five days. Series treatments such as Rejuran Healer need return visits.
These are general planning estimates; your doctor confirms them. See the trip planner and downtime and flying home.
| Treatment type | Suggested stay (general guidance) |
|---|---|
| Energy-based lifting (Thermage FLX, Sofwave, ONDA) | 2–3 days |
| Toxin and skin boosters (single session) | 2–3 days |
| Fillers | 3–4 days |
| Thread lifts | 4–5 days |
| miraDry | 3–4 days |
Do I need a K-ETA or visa?
It depends on your nationality. Nationals of 22 countries and regions, including the US, UK, Japan, Australia and Canada, are temporarily exempt from K-ETA until 31 December 2026. Others may need a K-ETA or visa. See entry requirements and K-ETA.
When is Yaan Clinic open?
Monday and Friday 10:00–21:00, Tuesday to Thursday 10:00–19:00, and Saturday 10:00–16:00. Closed on Sundays and Korean public holidays, with lunch from 13:00 to 14:00.
For international patients: The late hours on Mondays and Fridays are useful for arrival days. Check Korean public holidays when choosing your dates, as the clinic is closed on those days.
Good to know: Answers here are general. Your doctor confirms your treatment plan, recovery time and price at consultation.
Return to the Foreigners Guide or see the clinic-wide FAQ.
Frequently asked questions
Is Yaan Clinic a dermatology clinic?
Yaan Clinic is an aesthetic clinic focused on petit treatments, lifting, body contouring, miraDry and skin care. Its doctors are physicians in aesthetic medicine; none is presented as a dermatologist. For medical skin conditions, see a board-certified dermatologist.
Can I use WhatsApp to contact Yaan Clinic?
Yes. Yaan Clinic's international line, +82 10 5308 0499, is available on WhatsApp for questions and bookings. The team replies during clinic hours in Korea Standard Time, so allow for the time difference when you send a message.
Does Yaan Clinic offer airport pickup or hotel booking?
Yaan Clinic does not publish airport pickup or accommodation services. Public transport and taxis connect both airports to the COEX area, and many hotels are nearby. You can come to the clinic straight from the airport with luggage.
Can I treat several concerns in one trip?
Often, yes. Yaan Clinic's published packages combine lifting, skin boosters and aftercare in one visit. Your doctor decides which combinations suit your skin, goals and travel dates at consultation, and adjusts the plan to your recovery time.
What if I need follow-up after I return home?
Contact Yaan Clinic on WhatsApp at +82 10 5308 0499 or by email at yaan09@naver.com, ideally with photos and a short description. For urgent symptoms such as severe pain or skin color changes, seek medical care locally straight away.
Are results guaranteed?
No medical treatment can guarantee results, and individual responses vary from person to person. Your doctor explains realistic expectations, how long results typically last and possible side effects during your consultation, so you can decide with confidence.
Related pages
Book a consultation at Yaan Clinic
WhatsApp / international line: +82 10 5308 0499 · KakaoTalk · Email: yaan09@naver.com
English & Chinese interpreters · Same prices as local patients · How to book
About this information: Prepared from Yaan Clinic's published treatment information. Treatments at Yaan Clinic are performed by licensed physicians — meet our doctors. Last updated: October 2026. This page is general information, not a substitute for an in-person medical consultation; suitability, dosage and results are confirmed by your doctor.
