Patients from Switzerland travel to Seoul for facial surgery, lifting, skin treatments and dental care, attracted by specialized clinics and advanced devices.

Cliniclo arranges your trip from Switzerland end to end: clinic matching, quotes, appointments, airport pickup, accommodation, an interpreter and follow-up.

Travelling from Switzerland to Korea

• Flights: Zurich and Geneva connect to Seoul via major European or Middle Eastern hubs, and seasonal direct flights may be available. Expect a journey of around 12–16 hours.
• Time difference: Seoul is 8 hours ahead of Switzerland (7 hours during European summer time).
• Entry: Check whether Swiss passport holders need a K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) on the official K-ETA website and confirm the visa-free stay with the Korean embassy before you book.
• Arrival card: complete Korea’s arrival card, which can be done online before you fly.

How Cliniclo arranges your trip from Switzerland

Cliniclo is a registered foreign patient facilitator (외국인환자 유치업) in Korea. We handle the planning so you can focus on your treatment and recovery:

1. Free online consultation. Send your goals, photos if relevant, medical history and travel dates. We reply by email or WhatsApp, taking the time difference with Switzerland into account.
2. Clinic matching and quotes. We shortlist suitable Seoul clinics and doctors and collect itemized quotes in Korean won so you can compare like for like.
3. Appointments. We book your consultation and treatment dates around your flights and confirm who will treat you.
4. Travel support. Airport pickup, accommodation close to your clinic, and help with visa documents if your nationality needs a visa.
5. Interpreter on the day. An interpreter can join your consultation and treatment so you understand every step.
6. Recovery and follow-up. We check in during recovery, accompany follow-up visits and stay in touch after you return home.

Popular treatments

• Plastic surgery in Korea: rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, facial contouring and facelifts
• Skin treatments in Korea: acne scars, pigmentation, skin boosters and lifting
• Dental care in Korea: implants, crowns and veneers
• Hair transplants in Korea: FUE and FUT

Browse plastic surgery clinics in Seoul, including clinics near Gangnam Station.

How long to stay in Korea

With a long journey home, allow time for your first follow-up visit before flying. As a general guide, many skin treatments need only a few days, eyelid and nose surgery about a week or more, and facial contouring or body surgery two weeks or more. Your surgeon should confirm when it is safe to fly before you book your return ticket. See our planning checklist.

Costs and payment

Clinics in Korea quote in Korean won (KRW). We ask each clinic for an itemized quote that lists the doctor, anesthesia, tests, medication, follow-up visits and any overnight stay, so you know what is included before you travel. Ask your bank about card fees for payments in KRW. Payments are made in Korean won; ask your bank about currency conversion fees from Swiss francs.

Aftercare when you are back in Switzerland

We make sure you have your records in English and a follow-up plan, and stay in touch during recovery in Switzerland.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Switzerland to Korea?

Usually around 12–16 hours with a connection, depending on the route and season.

Do Swiss nationals need a K-ETA?

Check the official K-ETA website for current requirements for Swiss passport holders before booking.

Can I pay in Swiss francs?

Clinics charge in Korean won. Your card provider converts the payment.

Can Cliniclo arrange everything from Switzerland?

Yes, including clinic matching, appointments, pickup, accommodation and interpretation.

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