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Please be advised that the Embassy of Ireland, Republic of Korea website has moved and this page is no longer being updated. The Embassy website is now available at Ireland.ie/seoul.

 

If you require urgent medical treatment

If you require urgent medical treatment

The Embassy can:

  • Offer general advice on the local medical services
  • Provide lists of local English-speaking doctors or hospitals
  • Assist in liaising with doctors or hospitals
  • Advise relatives or friends about accidents or illnesses
  • Assist in arranging repatriation to Ireland

However, the Embassy cannot:

  • Pay medical or hospital bills
  • Provide medical advice
  • Pursue insurance companies about payment of or refund of the cost of medical treatment
  • Pursue claims for compensation relating to negligence, injury or any other matter
  • Pay for visits by relatives

More Information

You can also find information about the medical system and services offered in the Republic of Korea (South Korea)