Korea emergency hotline/help for foreigners: 112, 119, 1345 Foreigner Information Center
Anyone who encounters an emergency or administrative problem such as an accident, disease, or crime in an unfamiliar country becomes embarrassed. Fortunately, in Korea Emergency calls and multilingual consultation for foreignersIt's well prepared. Here are some numbers that are good to know.
This number in case of emergency! 112·119
112is police(Crime, theft, violence, traffic accident reporting), 119is Firefighting/emergency(Fire/emergency/rescue). If your life is in danger or you have been in an accident, don’t hesitate to call. Foreign language interpretation connectionis also supported, and your location is transmitted to your mobile phone so you can get help quickly.
1345 Foreigner Information Center
1345operated by the Ministry of Justice Foreigner Information CenterBy, Immigration complaints such as visa, stay, alien registration, etc.Of course, overall life in Korea Consultation in multiple languagesI will do it. While living in Korea, “Where should I ask this?” It's a good number to think of first when you want to.
1330 tourism interpretation, 120 daily life civil service
1330of the Korea Tourism Organization. Tourist interpretation guide As a service, we provide route, traffic, and tourist information during your trip 24 hours a day in multiple languages. 120('120 Dasan Call' in Seoul, etc.) Local government living complaintsThis number provides information on (garbage, parking, administration, etc.).
When you need an interpreter
If you have difficulty communicating at hospitals or government offices, use the phones above. Interpretation connection serviceme Danuri Call Center (1577-1366, support for multicultural and immigrant women) The same professional consultation is available. Most situations can be solved by using it with a translation app.
Good tips to know
emergency numbers Save it to your phone in advanceLeave it and make your own Address, alien registration number, emergency contact informationKeeping a note of this will be of great help in case of an emergency. area of residence District office, community center, multicultural family support center It's also reassuring to know the location.
Just remembering these numbers will make your life in Korea much safer. In times of emergency, don’t hesitate to ask for help — Korea has a well-established guidance system for foreigners!
