Emergency Numbers in South Korea
South Korea has no single emergency number for every service. Call police 112, ambulance 119 and fire 119.
112 and 119 can connect an interpreter if you do not speak Korean.
Emergency numbers
Helplines and non-emergency numbers
Checked 22 October 2026 against Government of Canada travel advice: South Korea. Numbers can change; if you live in South Korea, check with your local authority.
Korean public holidays 2026
Every holiday with its date, long weekends and a calendar download.
Emergency numbers in every country
Police, ambulance and fire numbers side by side, for when you travel.
Emergency numbers in South Korea: questions and answers
What is the emergency number in South Korea?
South Korea has no single emergency number for every service. Call police 112, ambulance 119 and fire 119.
What is the ambulance number in South Korea?
For an ambulance in South Korea, call 119.
What is the police number in South Korea?
To reach the police in South Korea, call 112.
What is the fire service number in South Korea?
For the fire service in South Korea, call 119.
Does 911 work in South Korea?
911 is not an emergency number in South Korea. Call 112 instead, and do not count on 911 being passed on.
What should I say when I call?
Say where you are first: the address, a landmark or what you can see. Then say what happened, how many people are hurt and whether anyone is in danger. Answer the questions, follow the instructions and stay on the line until the operator says you can hang up.
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