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Last reviewed in this list 27 September 2026

Where to get help

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21 nationwide · 267 local organisations

Local organisations by area

Organisations found in each city or district, such as family centres and youth counselling centres. Choose an area to see them.

Emergency

  • Police (112)

    Emergency line

    Area: NationwideViolence & safety

    How they can help

    Call this number when you are in immediate danger: violence, crime, or abuse. You can ask for an interpreter.

    Languages
    Korean · English · Chinese · Vietnamese · other languages
    Opening hours
    24 hours
    112 Website

    police.go.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Please help me. I am in danger right now.”
    • “I am at ___. (If you do not know the address, name a building or shop you can see)”
    • “Korean is difficult for me. I need an interpreter.”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 27 September 2026

  • Ambulance & Fire (119)

    Emergency line

    Area: NationwideViolence & safetyHealth care

    How they can help

    Call for an ambulance when someone is badly hurt or very ill, or when there is a fire.

    Languages
    Korean · English · Chinese · Vietnamese · other languages
    Opening hours
    24 hours
    119 Website

    nfa.go.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Please help me. I am in danger right now.”
    • “I am at ___. (If you do not know the address, name a building or shop you can see)”
    • “Korean is difficult for me. I need an interpreter.”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 27 September 2026

  • Women Emergency Hotline 1366

    Emergency line

    Area: NationwideViolence & safetyFamily

    How they can help

    24-hour support for domestic violence, sexual violence and dating violence, including emergency shelter.

    Languages
    Korean
    Opening hours
    24 hours
    1366 Website

    women1366.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “My Korean isn't very good. Can I still get advice?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 24 September 2026

  • School Violence Report 117

    Emergency line

    Area: NationwideViolence & safetyEducation & school

    How they can help

    Report bullying or violence at school by phone or text message (#117).

    Languages
    Korean
    Opening hours
    24 hours
    117 Website

    safe182.go.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “My Korean isn't very good. Can I still get advice?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 27 September 2026

  • Suicide Prevention Hotline 109

    Emergency line

    Area: NationwideMental health

    How they can help

    Call any time, 24 hours a day, when things feel too hard. Calls are free, and counselling through social media (Madeullaen) is also available. Since January 2024 the former 1393 line has been merged into 109. (Ministry of Health and Welfare, Korea Foundation for Suicide Prevention)

    Opening hours
    24 hours
    109 Website

    129.go.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “My Korean isn't very good. Can I still get advice?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 24 September 2026

  • Mental Health Crisis Line 1577-0199

    Emergency line

    Area: NationwideMental health

    How they can help

    A specialist mental health phone line that runs separately from 109. You can talk about mental health problems such as depression or anxiety.

    Opening hours
    24 hours
    1577-0199
    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “My Korean isn't very good. Can I still get advice?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 16 September 2026

Youth services

  • Youth Helpline 1388

    Emergency line

    Area: NationwideMental healthViolence & safety

    How they can help

    A helpline for young people aged 9-24 about any worry: home, violence, school, or the future. Your call is confidential.

    Languages
    Korean
    Opening hours
    24 hours
    1388 Website

    kyci.or.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “My Korean isn't very good. Can I still get advice?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 24 September 2026

  • Youth Cyber Counselling Center

    Area: NationwideMental health

    How they can help

    Online counselling by chat, text or message board if calling feels difficult.

    Languages
    Korean
    1388 Website

    1388.go.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “My Korean isn't very good. Can I still get advice?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 24 September 2026

Migrant support

  • Danuri Call Center 1577-1366

    Emergency line

    Area: NationwideFamilyViolence & safety

    How they can help

    A 24-hour multilingual call center for migrants, covering daily-life questions and violence support.

    Languages
    Korean · English · Chinese · Vietnamese · other languages
    Opening hours
    24 hours
    1577-1366 Website

    liveinkorea.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “Can I get advice in English, Chinese, Vietnamese?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 6 September 2026

  • Rainbow Youth Center for Migrant Youth

    Area: NationwideEducation & schoolMental health

    How they can help

    A specialist centre supporting migrant-background youth with study, careers, Korean language and counselling.

    Languages
    Korean
    Opening hours
    Weekdays 09:00-18:00
    02-733-7587 Website

    rainbowyouth.or.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “My Korean isn't very good. Can I still get advice?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 6 September 2026

  • Local Family Center (Multicultural Family Support)

    Area: NationwideLocal centresFamilyEducation & school

    How they can help

    Local centres offering Korean lessons, interpretation and study support. On the Family Center portal (familynet), choose your city or province to see nearby centres and their contact details.

    1577-9337 Find one near you

    familynet.or.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “My Korean isn't very good. Can I still get advice?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 16 September 2026

  • Foreign Workforce Counseling Center 1577-0071

    Area: NationwideWork & wages

    How they can help

    A phone service where foreign workers and employers can get advice about problems at work, in 18 languages. Run by HRD Korea on behalf of the Ministry of Employment and Labor.

    Languages
    Korean · other languages
    Opening hours
    09:00-18:00
    More details
    Closed
    Open every day of the year
    1577-0071

    gov.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “My Korean isn't very good. Can I still get advice?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 16 September 2026

  • Migrant Workers Support Centers

    Area: NationwideWork & wagesEducation & school

    How they can help

    Where foreign workers who came through the Employment Permit System can take Korean and everyday law classes and get advice about problems at work. According to Government24 there are 19 centres nationwide. You can also get phone advice about problems at work from the Foreign Workforce Counseling Center (1577-0071).

    Official information

    gov.kr

    Last reviewed 21 September 2026

Public bodies

  • Ministry of Employment and Labor Helpline 1350

    Area: NationwideWork & wages

    How they can help

    Advice on unpaid wages, employment contracts and how to file a wage complaint.

    Languages
    Korean · English · Chinese · Vietnamese · other languages
    Opening hours
    Weekdays 09:00-18:00
    1350 Website

    moel.go.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “Can I get advice in English, Chinese, Vietnamese?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 6 September 2026

  • Immigration Contact Center 1345 (HiKorea)

    Area: NationwideStay & visa

    How they can help

    Multilingual advice on visa status, extensions and alien registration. Office visits are booked on HiKorea.

    Languages
    Korean · English · Chinese · Vietnamese · other languages
    Opening hours
    Weekdays 09:00-18:00
    1345 Website

    hikorea.go.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “Can I get advice in English, Chinese, Vietnamese?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 6 September 2026

  • National Health Insurance Service 1577-1000

    Area: NationwideHealth care

    How they can help

    Handles health insurance enrolment, premiums and eligibility, including rules for foreign residents.

    Languages
    Korean · English · Chinese · Vietnamese
    Opening hours
    Weekdays 09:00-18:00
    1577-1000 Website

    nhis.or.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “Can I get advice in English, Chinese, Vietnamese?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 6 September 2026

  • National Human Rights Commission of Korea 1331

    Area: NationwideDiscrimination & rights

    How they can help

    A national body where you can file a complaint about discrimination based on nationality, skin colour or language. Non-citizens can file too.

    Languages
    Korean · English
    Opening hours
    Weekdays 09:00-18:00
    1331 Website

    humanrights.go.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “Can I get advice in English?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 6 September 2026

  • Ministry of Education

    Area: NationwideEducation & school

    How they can help

    The government ministry with official information on school admission, transfer and recognition of prior study.

    Languages
    Korean · English
    Website

    moe.go.kr

    Last reviewed 6 September 2026

  • Government Complaints Hotline 110 (e-People)

    Area: Nationwide

    How they can help

    A single government window that tells you which office handles your issue, and lets you file a complaint.

    Languages
    Korean · English
    Opening hours
    Weekdays 09:00-18:00
    110 Website

    epeople.go.kr

    What to say once the call connects
    • “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice about something.”
    • “Can I get advice in English?”
    • “Can young people get advice here too?”
    • “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

    These are examples only. Please follow the organisation's own instructions.

    Last reviewed 6 September 2026

What to say once the call connects

If you are not sure how to start the call, use these sentences as a guide. They are only examples and do not replace advice from the organisation.

  1. 1. “Hello. I'm calling because I'd like some advice.”
  2. 2. “This is what happened. (Briefly say when, where and what happened.)”
  3. 3. “Is there anything I can do? What should I prepare?”

Tips for the call

  • If Korean is hard for you, ask: "Can I get advice in another language?"
  • Keep dates, places and things like text messages or contracts next to you so it is easier to explain.
  • You only need to give your name or contact details if the counsellor asks for them.

Follow the organisation's own guidance on how advice works. If you are in danger now, call 112 (police) or 119 (ambulance) straight away.

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