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Crime
Although the crime rate in the Republic of Korea is low, there is a higher incidence of pick-pocketing, purse snatching,
assault, burglary (in hotel rooms and private residences), and other crime in major metropolitan areas, such as Seoul and
Busan, than elsewhere in Korea. Exercise normal safety precautions and ensure valuables are secure. You should
exercise normal safety precautions and ensure your valuables are secure, especially in known tourist areas, such as
Itaewon and other large market areas.
Incidents of rape have been reported in popular nightlife districts of Seoul, as well as in private residences. You should
exercise caution when travelling alone at night and you should use only legitimate taxis or public transportation.
For more information see Rape and Sexual Assault Abroad.
For emergency assistance, call 112 for police (an interpretation service is available during working hours) and 119 for
ambulance and fire. The Korean National Police operates a 24-hour, seven day a week Central Interpretation Centre
where foreigners can report crimes (in Seoul Tel: 313-0842; elsewhere Tel: +2-313 0842).
For more general information see Victims of Crime Abroad.