🚨 Emergency Contacts in Korea
Essential emergency numbers, embassy contacts, and 24/7 hotlines for foreigners in Korea.
Emergency Numbers FAQ
When should I call 112 in Korea?
Call 112 for police help such as crimes, theft, assault, or urgent safety issues. If someone is injured or there is fire or a medical emergency, call 119 instead.
When should I call 119 in Korea?
Call 119 for fire, rescue, ambulance, and urgent medical emergencies. In a life-threatening situation, call immediately and give your location as clearly as possible.
Is there an English help line for foreigners in Korea?
1330 is the tourist helpline and can support English, Chinese, and Japanese. It is useful for travel help and interpretation, but life-threatening emergencies should go to 112 or 119.
Fire & Ambulance
Fire & Ambulance (119)
119For fire emergencies and ambulance requests. Also handles drowning, gas leaks, and rescue situations. English available.
Police & Safety
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.
Finding a Hospital
Search "foreign-friendly hospital" on Naver Maps (네이버지도) or KakaoMap
Most hospitals have international patient centers (외국인 진료실)
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 (응급실)