Emigrate to South Korea

South Korea, an East Asian country located on the southern half of the Korean Peninsula, is attracting more and more people who are thinking about emigrating to South Korea. The country borders one of the most secure borders in the world, that with North Korea, and is famous for its green, hilly landscapes characterized by cherry trees and Buddhist temples. For those emigrating to South Korea, picturesque fishing villages along the coast, subtropical islands and ultra-modern cities such as the vibrant capital Seoul offer a diverse and exciting environment that combines tradition and modernity.

Japan's healthcare system is not only considered to be one of the best in the world, but also one of the most efficient. In contrast to the USA, which relies on private insurance, and Germany, which offers both statutory and private health insurance, Japan uses a centralized system co-financed by the state with a single provider, the Statutory Health Insurance System (SHIS). All Japanese are insured in various forms through this centralized state provider. There are also private insurance policies, which are widespread and popular in Japan. These either cover additional benefits, pay sickness benefits or cover part of the deductible provided for in the Japanese healthcare system.

A special feature of the Japanese healthcare system is its strong focus on prevention. It offers numerous opportunities for check-ups and preventive care, which is not common in many other countries. At the same time, Japan faces the challenge of managing the costs of its ageing population. Although the cost-effectiveness of the existing system partially alleviates this burden, it still leads to high, tax-funded transfers from the state to the healthcare system.