Emergency Preparedness (Emergency Guide)
Verified · notesVerified Jun 19, 2026
A guide summarizing the numbers you should dial immediately when an emergency arises in Korea, and how to handle lost items.
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A guide summarizing the numbers you should dial immediately when an emergency arises in Korea, and how to handle lost items.
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Last verified: Jun 19, 2026
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Task
Emergency
Visa
All visas
Program
General
Region
Nationwide
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Numbers to Remember First
| Situation | Number | What should you say? |
|---|---|---|
| Crime, violence, threat to your safety | 112 | Your current location, the dangerous situation, whether anyone is injured |
| Fire, rescue, ambulance | 119 | Your current location, the symptoms/fire/accident situation, the number of patients |
| Immigration/residency inquiries | 1345 | Your visa type, your current residency status, the task you need |
| Searching for/reporting lost items | LOST112 | The lost item, the place, the time, your contact information |
If it's urgent, don't read the app any further — call 112 or 119 first.
119: Fire, Rescue, Emergency Medical
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