Safety & Emergencies

First, Know This: 1339 Is Not the Ambulance Number The 1339 number in Korea is the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency Call Center. It provides information about infectious diseases, travel vaccinations, prevention guidance, and infectious disease reporting. It is not Korea’s ambulance or general medical emergency number. Call 119 if you need an ambulance, … Read more

If you suspect a taxi scam in Korea or believe you were charged unfairly, do not argue in the street or chase the driver. Your best move is to get to a safe place, save the evidence, write down what happened while it is still fresh, and contact the 1330 Travel Helpline & Complaint Center. … Read more