Birth Control & Contraception in Seongsu, Seoul
Eunice Women Clinic (유니스산부인과) helps women living in or visiting Seoul choose and start the right contraception: hormonal IUDs, the Implanon arm implant, emergency contraception and pill prescriptions. Every consultation and insertion is done by a female, board-certified OB/GYN specialist.
Where can I get an IUD or birth control in Seongsu as a foreigner?
Eunice Women Clinic, 8F, Bethel Place, 120 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul (right by Seongsu Station Exit 3), offers hormonal IUDs (Mirena, Jaydess, Kyleena), the Implanon implant and emergency contraception with a female, board-certified OB/GYN specialist. Insertion takes about 10 minutes and is best done just after your period. You can ask questions and book in English on WhatsApp (+82 10-9031-5198).
- Doctors
- Female OB/GYN specialist
- Booking
- WhatsApp in English
- Insertion time
- About 10 minutes
- Best timing
- Just after your period
- Long-acting options
- IUD 3–5 yrs · Implant 3 yrs
- Emergency pill
- Prescription required in Korea
Contraception services
Not sure which method suits you? Tell us about your cycle, health and plans on WhatsApp and the doctor will go through the options with you.
IUD Insertion
Hormonal IUD placement (Mirena, Jaydess, Kyleena) in about 10 minutes, usually without anesthesia.
IUD insertion in Seoul →Implant (Implanon)
A small rod placed under the skin of the inner upper arm under local anesthesia. Protects for 3 years.
Implant details →Morning-After Pill
Prescription emergency contraception. The sooner it is taken, the better it works.
Morning-after pill →Emergency Contraception
What to do after unprotected sex or a contraceptive failure, and how quickly to act.
Emergency options →Plan B in Korea
Why Plan B is not sold over the counter in Korea and how to get a prescription quickly.
Plan B in Korea →Copper IUD
Information on hormone-free IUDs. Ask us on WhatsApp about current availability.
Copper IUD →Contraception Options
A side-by-side look at pills, IUDs, implants and emergency methods to help you choose.
Compare methods →Mirena vs Jaydess vs Kyleena
All three are small, flexible T-shaped devices that release a low dose of levonorgestrel inside the uterus. They differ in hormone dose, size and how long they last.
| Mirena | Jaydess | Kyleena | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hormone dose | 52 mg | 13.5 mg | 19.5 mg |
| Size | Largest | Slimmer than Mirena | Slimmer than Mirena |
| Lasts | 5 years | 3 years | 5 years |
| Also helps | Heavy bleeding & period pain | Your doctor will explain the differences for your case | |
Who a hormonal IUD (Mirena) suits
- Women who want reliable, long-term contraception for up to 5 years
- Women who also want lighter, shorter periods
- Treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding or painful periods
- Women with iron-deficiency anemia, or who are breastfeeding and need contraception
- Women who had side effects such as heavier periods with another IUD
- Protecting the uterine lining during menopausal hormone therapy
Hormonal IUD at a glance
| Best timing | Just after your period |
| Anesthesia | Usually not needed |
| Procedure time | About 10 minutes |
| Protection | 3–5 years depending on type |
Implanon contraceptive implant
Implanon is a matchstick-sized rod placed just under the skin of the inner upper arm. It releases a small amount of progestin every day and prevents pregnancy for up to 3 years. Once it is in place you won't notice it, although you can feel it if you press the area.
Removal: the doctor finds the implant, numbs the skin, makes a 2 mm opening and removes it with fine forceps. Your fertility returns soon after it is taken out.
Implant at a glance
| Best timing | Just after your period |
| Anesthesia | Local |
| Procedure time | About 10 minutes |
| Protection | Up to 3 years |
How getting contraception works for international patients
Message us
Tell us which method you are considering and your preferred date on WhatsApp in English.
Time it right
For an IUD or implant, book for just after your period. For emergency contraception, come as soon as possible.
Consult the doctor
A private consultation with a female OB/GYN, who checks your health and explains each option.
Insertion & follow-up
Most insertions take about 10 minutes. Follow-up is planned around your schedule.
Birth control questions
Can foreigners get birth control in Korea?
Yes. Visitors and residents can see our female OB/GYN specialist for contraception advice, IUD and implant insertion, and prescriptions. You can book and ask questions in English on WhatsApp.
Do I need a prescription for the morning-after pill in Korea?
Yes. Emergency contraception is prescription-only in Korea, so you need to see a doctor. It works best the sooner it is taken, so message us as soon as possible after unprotected sex.
What is the difference between Mirena, Jaydess and Kyleena?
All three are hormonal IUDs. Mirena contains 52 mg of levonorgestrel and lasts 5 years; Kyleena contains 19.5 mg and lasts 5 years; Jaydess contains 13.5 mg and lasts 3 years. Jaydess and Kyleena are slimmer than Mirena.
When is the best time to insert an IUD or implant?
Just after your period is usually recommended. The doctor confirms timing and checks that you are not pregnant before insertion.
Does IUD insertion need anesthesia?
Hormonal IUD insertion takes about 10 minutes and usually needs no anesthesia. Implant (Implanon) insertion is done under local anesthesia in about 10 minutes.
Can a hormonal IUD help with heavy or painful periods?
Yes. A hormonal IUD such as Mirena can reduce the amount and length of bleeding and period pain, so it is also used as a treatment for these symptoms.
How is the implant removed?
The doctor locates the implant, numbs the skin, makes a small 2 mm opening and removes it with fine forceps. Fertility returns soon after removal.
Hours & location
Eunice Women Clinic (유니스산부인과)
8F, Bethel Place, 120 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea
서울 성동구 아차산로 120 베델플레이스 8층
| Mon, Wed, Fri | 10:00 – 19:00 |
| Tue & Thu (evening clinic) | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Lunch break (Mon–Fri) | 13:30 – 14:30 |
| Saturday | 10:00 – 14:00 (no lunch break) |
| Sunday & public holidays | Closed |
By subway:
Seongsu Station (Line 2), Exit 3. The clinic is in the Bethel Place building directly across the crosswalk, 8th floor.
By car:
Valet parking available (3,000 KRW).
WhatsApp (English): +82 10-9031-5198
Questions about birth control?
Message us in English. We'll help you choose a method and find the right time to come in.
Medical content on this page is reviewed by Dr. Mina Eun, OB/GYN specialist and director of Eunice Women Clinic. Last reviewed: October 2026. This information is general and is not a substitute for an individual medical consultation; results and recovery vary by person.
Eunice Women Clinic (유니스산부인과) · Representative: Mina Eun · Business registration no. 368-96-01252 · 8F, 120 Achasan-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul · Korean website: euniceclinic.kr
