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Embassies, Thai support centres, police, emergency hospitals and government offices in Korea.
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Royal Thai Embassy, Seoul
The Royal Thai Embassy in Seoul serves Thai nationals with passports, document certification and emergency assistance. Book an appointment online before visiting.
Emergency numbers and help lines in Korea
In Korea dial 119 for ambulance and fire, 112 for police, and 1330 for the 24-hour tourist hotline, which provides three-way English interpretation between you and officials.
Thai community and Thai food in Seoul
Seoul's Thai community clusters around Dongdaemun, Gwanghui-dong and the Ansan area, with Thai restaurants, grocery shops and a Thai temple hosting festival events — useful for long-stay visitors and patients in extended recovery.
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See all questionsCan I find a Thai interpreter at hospitals?▾
Large hospitals and international-facing clinics usually have or can arrange Thai interpreters with notice; smaller clinics may require hiring a freelance interpreter.
DirectoryThai community and Thai food in SeoulDoes travel insurance cover ambulances?▾
Usually yes, but you pay first and claim later with English-language receipts — photograph every document before leaving the hospital.
DirectoryEmergency numbers and help lines in KoreaWhat if I lose my passport?▾
File a police report at the nearest station, then apply for an emergency travel document at the embassy.
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