π¨ Emergency Contacts in Korea
Essential emergency numbers, embassy contacts, and 24/7 hotlines for foreigners in Korea.
Fire & Ambulance
Fire & Ambulance (119)
119For fire emergencies and ambulance requests. Also handles drowning, gas leaks, and rescue situations. English available.
Police & Safety
Police
112For all crimes, theft, assault, accidents, and emergencies requiring police. English interpretation available.
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault
1366Support for domestic violence and sexual assault. Counseling and shelter referrals available 24/7.
Medical & Mental Health
NHIS Health Insurance Helpline
1577-1000National Health Insurance Service. For hospital inquiries, insurance coverage questions, and billing disputes. English available.
Mental Health Crisis Hotline
1577-0199Korea Mental Health Crisis Intervention Helpline. Crisis counseling and mental health support.
Tourism & Foreigner Help
Foreign Traveler Emergency Center
1330Korea Tourism Organization 24/7 hotline for tourists and foreigners. Assistance in English, Chinese, Japanese, and more.
Immigration
Immigration Contact Center
1345For visa inquiries, ARC questions, and immigration-related emergencies. English support available during business hours.
Embassies
US Embassy Seoul
+82-2-397-4114American Citizen Services. For lost passports, arrests, hospitalizations, and emergency assistance.
British Embassy Seoul
+82-2-3210-5500British consular services. For emergencies, lost passports, and citizen welfare.
Australian Embassy Seoul
+82-2-2003-0100Consular services for Australian nationals. 24/7 emergency assistance through Department of Foreign Affairs.
Canadian Embassy Seoul
+82-2-3783-6000Consular services for Canadian citizens. Emergency assistance line available.
π₯ Finding a Hospital
Search "foreign-friendly hospital" on Naver Maps (λ€μ΄λ²μ§λ) or KakaoMap
Most hospitals have international patient centers (μΈκ΅μΈ μ§λ£μ€)
Bring your NHIS card or ARC for insurance billing
Use the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service at e.hira.or.kr for hospital info
For life-threatening emergencies, go directly to any hospital emergency room (μκΈμ€)