Who can get Free chatbot and agents through South Korea national AI?

All residents. Available in: South Korea.

Will I be charged when it ends?

No. When it ends, your account returns to the free plan and nothing is charged.

App, KakaoTalk, phone. Step-by-step instructions are on this page.

Announced, not open to claims yet

At the end: Reverts to free

Free chatbot and agents while you stay eligible, then your account returns to the free plan with no charge.

verified Oct 12, 2026 against korea.kr

where App, KakaoTalk, phone

Not open to everyone yet: KT started a closed beta in October 2026 and SKT planned an October beta; the government plans the full launch within 2026.
When it opens, pick one of the three services: SK Telecom's (smartphone app, plus phone calls and text messages), Kakao's (inside the KakaoTalk messenger), or KT's (KT's own channels and IPTV).
No payment is expected; the government funds running costs from 2027.

Reverts to free

When it ends, your account goes back to the free plan. Nothing is charged.

reminders by email or calendar file are coming soon

Who can get Free chatbot and agents through South Korea national AI?: All residents. Available in: South Korea.
How long does it last?: As long as you stay eligible.
Will I be charged when it ends?: No. When it ends, your account returns to the free plan and nothing is charged.
Do I need a card to claim it?: No card required to claim.
How do I claim it?: App, KakaoTalk, phone. Step-by-step instructions are on this page.

confirmed from an official source on Oct 12, 2026 · record updated Oct 12, 2026