Best LASIK Clinics in Seoul (English-Friendly Guide)

Best LASIK Clinics in Seoul (English-Friendly Guide)

Thinking about vision correction in Seoul? Here’s a concise, up-to-date guide to reputable eye centers that serve international patients, with quick notes on tech, location, and why they’re popular.

Top clinics (Seoul)

  1. B&VIIT Eye Center (Gangnam) — SMILE/LASIK/LASEK, English site, one-day workflow; publishes tech pages for LASIK and SMILE Pro.
  2. Gangnam SMILE LASIK Clinic (Gangnam) — English website; addresses LASIK/ICL clear contact and address listed.
  3. GS Eye Clinic (Gangnam) — English page with SMILE PRO/SMILE/LASIK/LASEK/ICL; convenient Gangnam location.
  4. Gangnam Bright SMILE Eye Clinic (Gangnam/Seocho area) — English pages detailing refractive services; multilingual support noted in tourism/clinic guides.


Tip: Large private eye centers handle most refractive volume in Seoul; big university hospitals are excellent but often focus more on complex disease than high-volume elective LASIK.

Typical costs in Seoul (ballpark)

Most clinics quote after testing, but aggregator data puts LASIK around USD $800–$1,150 on average in Seoul (about ₩1.0–1.5M, varies by exchange rate, tech, and surgeon). SMILE/ICL are typically higher. Always confirm what’s included (testing, meds, follow-ups).

What to expect (one-day model)

  • Pre-op testing (1.5–3 hours): dry eye assessment, corneal maps, pupil/aberrations.
  • Consult & plan: LASIK vs. LASEK/Trans-PRK vs. SMILE/ICL; discuss night vision and recovery.
  • Surgery (10–20 minutes per eye) + short rest.
  • Next-day check; eye drops for several weeks; shields at night for a few days.
    Many centers offer same-day testing + surgery if safe; if tear film is unstable, they may stage treatment.

How to choose (quick checklist)

  • English support: confirm translators or English-speaking staff are available the day you book. (All clinics above provide English pages or listings.)
  • Tech fit: ask which platforms they use (e.g., Zeiss VisuMax for SMILE) and why it suits your cornea.
  • Volume & follow-up: look for clear post-op schedules and dry-eye support.
  • Transparent quote: ensure your price covers meds, protective goggles, follow-ups, and any enhancement policy.

Booking script (copy/paste)

“Hello, I’m a visitor in Seoul from [country]. I’m interested in [LASIK/SMILE/LASEK]. My prescription is [–x.xx]. Can I book testing on [date]? Do you have English support that day, and a same-day surgery option if I’m a candidate?”

Useful resources & directories

  • LASIKSeoul.com
  • LASIKSurgeryKorea.com
  • GangnamLASIK.com
  • LASIKinKorea.com
    (Include these on your page as resource links or partner directories.)

Aftercare tips

  • Bring sunglasses and avoid dusty, smoky environments for a week.
  • Use drops exactly as prescribed; don’t skip artificial tears.
  • No eye makeup or swimming for at least 1–2 weeks (clinic will specify).
  • If you develop worsening pain, redness, or vision changes, contact your clinic immediately.


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