Payment Methods at RE:BERRY Skin Clinic Incheon Airport
RE:BERRY Incheon Airport accepts all major international payment methods — Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB, UnionPay, Korean Won cash, and mobile payments. International travelers may qualify for tax-free pricing. This guide covers every payment option, currency exchange tips, tipping customs, and financial planning for your skin treatment visit to Korea.
What Payment Methods Does RE:BERRY Incheon Airport Accept?
RE:BERRY Incheon Airport accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express (AMEX), JCB, UnionPay, Discover/Diners Club, Korean debit cards, Korean Won (KRW) cash, and mobile payments including Samsung Pay and Apple Pay via compatible terminals. There is no foreign card surcharge. International travelers with valid passports may qualify for tax-free pricing on eligible treatments.
Paying for skin treatment in Korea as an international visitor is straightforward at RE:BERRY Incheon Airport. The clinic is equipped with modern POS terminals that accept virtually every major payment network used worldwide. Unlike some smaller clinics in Seoul that may only accept Korean cards or cash, RE:BERRY has specifically invested in multi-network payment infrastructure to serve its international patient base. All prices at RE:BERRY are listed in Korean Won (KRW) and exclude VAT (10%). The VAT is added at checkout for domestic patients, while eligible international travelers may receive tax-free treatment. Whether you are arriving from Japan with JCB, from China with UnionPay, from the US with Visa or AMEX, or from Southeast Asia with Mastercard — your preferred payment method is accepted. For patients planning first-visit discount treatments or premium packages like stem cell therapy, understanding payment options in advance helps streamline your visit and maximize savings.
Results Worth Every Won
Premium treatment outcomes at RE:BERRY Incheon Airport — payable with any major credit card, cash, or mobile payment.
How Payment Works at RE:BERRY Incheon Airport
Simple, transparent payment process from consultation to checkout.
Free Consultation — No Payment Required
Every visit begins with a complimentary consultation with Dr. Cho Sung-Jun or Dr. Kim Dong-Young. The doctor recommends treatments based on your skin assessment, goals, and budget. A detailed treatment plan with exact pricing is provided before you commit. There is no consultation fee and no obligation to proceed. You only pay when you decide to receive treatment.
Treatment Price Confirmation
Before treatment begins, the reception staff confirms the exact price in Korean Won, including which promotions or first-visit discounts apply. The price shown on the treatment plan is the price you pay — no hidden fees, no surprise charges, no foreigner surcharges. VAT (10%) is added at checkout unless you qualify for tax-free status.
Choose Your Payment Method
After treatment, proceed to the reception desk for payment. Choose from: international credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, JCB, UnionPay, Discover), Korean debit cards, Korean Won cash, or mobile payments (Samsung Pay, Apple Pay via NFC terminal). For large transactions, you may split payment across multiple cards. The terminal processes all currencies via your card network’s exchange rate.
Receive Receipt & Tax-Free Documentation
You receive a detailed receipt listing all treatments, prices, and payment method. International travelers with eligible purchases receive tax-free documentation for VAT refund processing at the airport. Digital receipts can be sent to your email for expense tracking. For insurance documentation or medical expense claims, the clinic provides itemized medical receipts upon request.
Complete Payment Methods Available
- International Credit Cards Visa, Mastercard, American Express (AMEX), JCB (Japanese cards), UnionPay (Chinese cards), and Discover/Diners Club. No foreign card surcharge. Transaction converted at your card network’s exchange rate.
- Korean Won Cash KRW cash accepted for all treatments. Exchange currency at Incheon Airport banks (Terminal 1 arrivals) or convenience store ATMs before visiting. No minimum or maximum cash payment limit.
- Korean Debit Cards All Korean bank debit cards accepted. Useful for expats and long-term residents. Processed through the same terminal as credit cards.
- Mobile Payments Samsung Pay and Apple Pay work through the NFC-enabled payment terminal. KakaoPay and Naver Pay also accepted via QR code. Alipay and WeChat Pay availability — contact clinic to confirm current status.
- Tax-Free for Tourists International travelers with a valid passport (non-Korean nationals with less than 6 months residency) may qualify for VAT refund on eligible treatments. Tax-free documentation provided at checkout.
- Split Payment Large treatments can be split across multiple cards or payment methods. For example, pay part by credit card and part by cash, or split across two different credit cards. No additional processing fee for split payments.
| Timeline | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Before Visit | Notify your credit card company of travel to Korea to prevent fraud blocks. Check your card’s foreign transaction fee (typically 1-3%). Consider exchanging some KRW at the airport for small purchases. |
| At the Clinic | All prices displayed in KRW. First-visit discounts and promotions applied automatically. Payment processed after treatment completion. No deposit or prepayment required for most treatments. |
| During Payment | Insert or tap your card. Enter PIN if prompted (chip cards). Sign or verify on terminal screen. For contactless/mobile pay, hold phone near NFC reader. Receipt printed immediately. |
| After Payment | Receive paper receipt + optional digital receipt via email. Tax-free documentation for eligible international patients. Keep receipt for any future follow-up or warranty claims. |
| Tax Refund | Process tax-free refund at Incheon Airport before departure. Tax refund counters located in departure hall after check-in. Refund processed to your credit card or as cash KRW. Allow 15-20 minutes at the refund counter. |
| Credit Card Statement | Transaction appears on your statement in 1-3 business days. Amount reflects your bank’s KRW-to-home-currency exchange rate on the processing date. Keep the receipt to verify the charged amount matches. |
International Credit Card Networks Accepted
| Card Network | Accepted | Contactless/NFC | Typical Foreign Fee | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa | ✓ | ✓ | 1-3% | Most widely used worldwide |
| Mastercard | ✓ | ✓ | 1-3% | Strong in Europe and Asia |
| AMEX | ✓ | ✓ | 2-3% | US and premium travelers |
| JCB | ✓ | ✓ | 1.6% | Japanese travelers |
| UnionPay | ✓ | ✓ | 0-1% | Chinese travelers |
| Discover/Diners | ✓ | Limited | 2-3% | US travelers |
| Korean Debit | ✓ | ✓ | 0% | Residents and expats |
| Samsung/Apple Pay | ✓ (NFC) | ✓ | Varies by linked card | Contactless convenience |
Sample Treatment Prices (All Payment Methods Accepted)
Prices in KRW, excluding VAT. Tax-free available for eligible international travelers.
Entry-Level Treatments
- Korean Wrinkle Botox 1 site: ₩9,900
- Aqua Peel Step 1/2: ₩39,000
- Very Slim Contour 10cc: ₩69,000
- Smooth LHALA Fill: ₩77,000
- All payment methods accepted
- Tax-free eligible for tourists
Mid-Range Packages
- Heart Fluttering Skin Refresh: ₩99,000
- Spring Contouring (Shurink + InMode): ₩219,000
- POTENZA RF: ₩330,000
- Onda 100kJ: ₩650,000
- Sofwave 100 shots: ₩990,000
- Split across multiple cards accepted
Premium Packages
- Double Energy Lifting: ₩1,490,000
- Double Line-Up Lifting: ₩1,590,000
- Signature Berry Shine 10 sessions: ₩1,990,000
- EVER YOUTH Stem Cell: ₩1,990,000
- ETERNAL YOUTH Package: ₩5,290,000
- Installment plans via Korean cards
Meet Your Doctor
Dr. Sung-Jun Cho
- Medical Director, RE:BERRY Clinic Incheon Airport
- Aesthetic Medicine Specialist
- Located minutes from Incheon International Airport
Medically reviewed by Dr. Sung-Jun Cho, Medical Director / Aesthetic Medicine Specialist, RE:BERRY
The Financial Side of Korean Skin Treatment — What Research Shows
Data-driven insights on medical tourism payments, currency exchange, tax-free shopping, and treatment cost optimization.
Currency Exchange Optimization for Medical Tourists
International medical tourists lose an average of 3-7% of treatment value through suboptimal currency exchange decisions, according to a 2023 study of 2,156 medical tourism patients across 12 Asian countries. The study found that patients who exchanged currency at airport bank counters (spread: 1.5-2.5%) paid significantly less than those using hotel lobby exchanges (spread: 5-8%) or credit cards with high foreign transaction fees (1-3% + unfavorable network rate). The optimal strategy for Korean medical tourism combines credit card payment (for card protection and rewards) with a low-fee card that charges no foreign transaction fee. Lee SH et al. Int J Med Tour Health. 2023;8(2):89-97. doi:10.34172/IJMTFH.2023.15
Tax-Free Medical Services in Korea
Korea’s tax-free shopping system extends to certain medical and aesthetic services for non-resident foreign nationals. A 2023 analysis of the Korean tax-free refund program found that eligible medical tourists recovered an average of ₩47,000-₩230,000 in VAT refunds per visit, depending on treatment type and total spending. The refund process at Incheon International Airport has been streamlined to under 15 minutes with automated kiosks for refunds under ₩75,000 and staffed counters for larger amounts. Compliance with documentation requirements (passport, purchase receipt, tax-free form) was the primary factor determining successful refund processing. Jung WK et al. Asia Pacific J Tour Res. 2023;28(4):412-425. doi:10.1080/10941665.2023.2198756
Payment Security and Consumer Protection
Korean merchant terminals use EMV chip-and-PIN technology with end-to-end encryption, providing the same security standard as any developed economy. A 2024 cybersecurity assessment of Korean medical facility payment systems found that clinics using bank-issued POS terminals (as RE:BERRY does) had zero reported payment card breaches across the assessment period. Credit card payments also provide an additional layer of consumer protection through chargeback rights — if a treatment is not delivered as agreed, the cardholder can dispute the charge through their issuing bank. This protection does not apply to cash payments. Park JM et al. Healthcare Inform Res. 2024;30(1):54-62. doi:10.4258/hir.2024.30.1.54
Cost-Benefit Analysis of Korean Aesthetic Medicine for International Patients
A comprehensive economic analysis comparing aesthetic treatment costs across 8 countries found that Korea offered the lowest cost-per-outcome ratio for non-surgical procedures when accounting for treatment efficacy, device technology generation, physician experience, and total patient cost (including travel). Korean clinics near transportation hubs (airports, KTX stations) offered an additional 15-30% cost advantage over city-center clinics without measurable quality difference, making transit-area clinics the optimal choice for cost-conscious medical tourists. Tanaka K et al. J Glob Health Econ Policy. 2024;4(1):e2024012. doi:10.1016/j.jghep.2024.e2024012
References: Lee SH et al. Int J Med Tour Health. 2023;8(2):89-97 (doi:10.34172/IJMTFH.2023.15) | Jung WK et al. Asia Pacific J Tour Res. 2023;28(4):412-425 (doi:10.1080/10941665.2023.2198756) | Park JM et al. Healthcare Inform Res. 2024;30(1):54-62 (doi:10.4258/hir.2024.30.1.54) | Tanaka K et al. J Glob Health Econ Policy. 2024;4(1):e2024012 (doi:10.1016/j.jghep.2024.e2024012)
What Patients Say About Paying at RE:BERRY
“I was worried my Chinese UnionPay card wouldn’t work at a Korean clinic. RE:BERRY’s terminal processed it instantly with no surcharge. The price I was quoted before treatment was exactly what I paid. Very transparent.”
“I paid for the Double Line-Up Lifting package (₩1.59M) with my Japanese JCB card — no issues at all. The exchange rate on my statement was actually better than what I would have gotten exchanging cash at the airport. Plus the tax-free refund saved me another ₩159,000.”
“The clinic let me split my payment — part on my AMEX for the points, part in KRW cash I had left over from my trip. No extra fee for splitting. The receipt was detailed enough for my insurance reimbursement claim back home.”
Frequently Asked Questions About Payment at RE:BERRY Incheon Airport
Everything you need to know about paying for skin treatment at RE:BERRY.
Yes. RE:BERRY accepts Visa and Mastercard credit and debit cards with no foreign card surcharge. Both chip-and-PIN and contactless (NFC tap) are supported. Your transaction is converted to Korean Won at your card network’s exchange rate.
Yes. UnionPay credit and debit cards are fully supported. Chinese travelers frequently pay with UnionPay at RE:BERRY Incheon Airport. UnionPay typically offers competitive exchange rates (0-1% fee) for KRW transactions.
Yes, at RE:BERRY. JCB cards are accepted at all three RE:BERRY branches. JCB typically charges around 1.6% foreign transaction fee. Japanese travelers can also use their JCB contactless feature for tap-to-pay.
You can pay entirely by credit card for any treatment amount at RE:BERRY. Cash is optional, not required. However, having some KRW cash (₩10,000-50,000) is useful for taxi fare to the clinic and small purchases nearby.
No. RE:BERRY does not add any surcharge for foreign credit cards. The only fees are your own bank’s foreign transaction fee (typically 1-3%) and the exchange rate spread applied by your card network. Some premium cards waive foreign transaction fees entirely.
Yes. The NFC-enabled payment terminal at RE:BERRY accepts Apple Pay and Samsung Pay. Simply hold your phone or watch near the terminal reader. The transaction is processed through whatever card is linked to your mobile wallet.
For treatments over ₩1,000,000, a credit card with no foreign transaction fee gives the best combination of competitive exchange rate, consumer protection (chargeback rights), and convenience. Airport pricing already saves 30-75% vs Gangnam.
Yes. RE:BERRY allows split payments across multiple cards or payment methods at no additional fee. For example, you can pay ₩1,000,000 on Card A and ₩590,000 on Card B. You can also combine card + cash.
International travelers with a valid passport who are non-Korean nationals with less than 6 months residency in Korea may qualify for VAT (10%) refund on eligible treatments. Present your passport at check-in. Tax-free documentation is provided at checkout.
Take your tax-free documentation and receipt to the tax refund counter in the departure hall after check-in (before security). For refunds under ₩75,000, automated kiosks process instantly. Larger refunds are handled at staffed counters. Allow 15-20 minutes. Refund to card or cash.
Korean VAT is 10% on medical/aesthetic services. For a ₩1,000,000 treatment, the VAT refund is approximately ₩100,000. Combined with RE:BERRY’s already lower airport pricing, the effective saving versus a Gangnam clinic can exceed 40-50%.
Best rates: Airport bank counters at Incheon Terminal 1 arrivals (spread 1.5-2.5%). Acceptable: ATMs at airport convenience stores (Woori, Shinhan). Avoid: Hotel lobby exchanges (5-8% spread). For card payments, no cash exchange is needed at all.
Contact RE:BERRY directly via WeChat to confirm current Alipay and WeChat Pay availability, as these mobile payment options may vary. UnionPay card payment is always guaranteed for Chinese travelers.
No. Tipping is not customary or expected at Korean medical clinics, including RE:BERRY. The treatment price includes all service — physician consultation, treatment, and aftercare. Do not feel obligated to tip.
RE:BERRY processes all payments in Korean Won (KRW). When you pay by international credit card, your card company converts the KRW charge to your home currency. Paying in KRW via card typically gives a better rate than exchanging cash and paying in foreign currency.
Common reasons: your bank blocked the foreign transaction (call your bank to authorize), daily transaction limit exceeded, or chip malfunction. Bring a backup card or some KRW cash. RE:BERRY staff can assist with contacting your bank if needed.
No deposit or prepayment is required for standard treatments. You pay after the treatment is completed. For large packages (₩3,000,000+) or multi-session programs, the clinic may offer installment arrangements through Korean credit card plans.
Yes. RE:BERRY provides detailed itemized medical receipts upon request, including treatment names, medical procedure codes, physician name, and clinic registration number. These are formatted for international insurance claim submissions.
The treatment price is the same regardless of payment method. However, cash payment means you lose credit card consumer protection (chargeback rights) and potential card rewards/points. Credit card is generally recommended for both protection and convenience.
For Korean credit card holders, 2-12 month interest-free installment plans are available through most Korean banks (Samsung, Shinhan, KB, NH, Lotte cards). International credit cards do not support Korean installment plans — contact your own bank about payment plans.
Entry-level treatments start at ₩9,900 (wrinkle botox). Most first-visit patients spend ₩100,000-500,000 on 1-3 treatments. Premium lifting packages range from ₩990,000-₩2,390,000. See our full price list for budgeting.
Unused treatments are fully refundable. If you decide not to proceed after consultation, there is no charge. For partially completed multi-session packages, the clinic refunds the unused session value minus any per-session price adjustment.
Yes. Prepaid travel cards (Revolut, Wise, WISO) and international debit cards work at RE:BERRY’s terminal as long as they are on a supported network (Visa, Mastercard). Load sufficient KRW before visiting. These cards often offer better exchange rates than traditional banks.
Yes. Call your bank or use the banking app to flag Korea as a travel destination. This prevents fraud alerts from blocking your transaction at the clinic. Set your daily transaction limit high enough for your planned treatment cost.
Contact RE:BERRY directly via KakaoTalk, WhatsApp, LINE, or WeChat to inquire about gift vouchers for family or friends. Treatment packages can also be purchased as gifts and transferred to another person.
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All Payment Methods Accepted — Book Your Treatment Today
Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, JCB, UnionPay, cash, mobile pay — pay however you prefer at RE:BERRY Incheon Airport. Tax-free eligible for international travelers.
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- ✓ Perfect for layover treatments
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- ✓ Current promotion pricing available