Seoul is one of the safest large cities in the world. Lost phones and wallets are often returned. Still, it is good to know where to turn.
Numbers to save
| Number | For |
|---|---|
| 112 | Police |
| 119 | Fire, ambulance, medical emergencies |
| 1330 | Korea Travel Hotline — tourist information, complaints and phone interpretation, 24 hours |
Pharmacies and clinics
Pharmacies are marked 약국 (yak-guk) with a green or red sign, and pharmacists can help with minor illnesses. Large hospitals in Seoul have international clinics with English-speaking staff.
Lost items
If you leave something in a taxi or on the subway, keep your receipt or note the time and line, and call 1330 for help — items are often recovered.