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This travel guide provides emergency response recommendations for facing urgent situations while traveling abroad. With the popularity of independent travel, travelers may encounter issues such as passport loss, illness, or natural disasters. When facing difficulties, it is important to stay calm and contact friends and family, as well as seek assistance from the local embassy or consulate. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs offers a 24-hour emergency assistance hotline and can also help locate global emergency assistance organizations through the Overseas Community Affairs Council. There are three main points to pay attention to: confirm the validity of your passport and visa, purchase travel insurance, and download the overseas safety guide APP. In addition, list the emergency contact information for various countries for future reference.

【Travel Guide】What to do when you encounter an emergency while traveling abroad? With the rise of independent travel in recent years, more and more people choose to deeply explore various cultures. However, unexpected situations can arise while traveling in a foreign land, such as losing your passport, falling ill due to unfamiliar food and water, injuries, or even natural disasters like the earthquake in Myanmar. If you really face these sudden situations, staying calm is the most important thing. First, you should contact friends and family, and if necessary, reach out to the local embassy or consulate for assistance. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs provides a 24-hour emergency assistance hotline, and you can also search for "emergency assistance" information on the Overseas Community Affairs Council's official website to seek help from one of the 115 "Emergency Assistance Associations" worldwide. Here is information compiled by the editor about emergency assistance channels for Taiwan people frequently visiting Japan, South Korea, and Thailand. It is recommended to save them for future reference.

💡【3 Important Things to Note Before Going Abroad】:

• Check your passport, visa, flight tickets, and insurance📌
  • Passport/Visa: Confirm that your passport has at least six months left before it expires, and ensure that you have obtained the appropriate visa for your destination.
  • Flight Costs: Estimate the amount of foreign currency you will need to exchange and plan your credit card usage to avoid issues caused by customs restrictions on cash limits in various countries.
  • Insurance: Due to the high cost of medical care, it is recommended to purchase travel safety insurance and health insurance.
  • Driver's License: If you plan to drive abroad, remember to apply for an international driver's license.
  • Accommodation Itinerary: Before departure, leave your accommodation and itinerary details with family members for easy contact.
• Download safety guide apps and join the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' official LINE account📌
  • Check the contact details of the local embassies and consulates at any time, and register your emergency contact information before traveling, so that the local embassy can provide help in case of an emergency.
  • If you have issues regarding your passport, please contact the Bureau of Consular Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs during business hours.
• Check the travel warning levels for your destination📌
  • If you encounter an emergency situation, contact the local embassy or consulate as soon as possible and refer to relevant epidemic information and travel warnings.

💡【What to do in case of unexpected situations while traveling abroad?】

• Lost passport replacement
  • You need to report to the local police station and obtain a report proof, then initiate the replacement process.
  • Prepare necessary documents such as a passport application form, photos, identification, and the report proof.
• Lost luggage
  • Go to the airline's baggage service desk, provide necessary documents and information to file a claim.
• Apply for an entry certificate
  • You need to fill out the application form and attach a photo and identification documents.
• Emergency situations in mainland areas
  • You can call the Straits Exchange Foundation's emergency service hotline for help.
• Sudden illness or accident
  • If you need medical assistance, promptly contact the local embassy for medical advice.
• Encountering riots or natural disasters
  • Please contact the embassy to coordinate evacuation or seek shelter.

💡【Emergency Assistance Units and Channels for Traveling Abroad】

• The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Emergency Contact Center provides 24-hour service, which can be reached via a hotline for assistance.
• There are emergency hotline services applicable in multiple countries, and specific regional service information can be found on relevant websites.
• In case of emergencies abroad, travelers can seek assistance from the embassies and consulates for necessary support and guidance.

💡【Emergency Assistance Channels for Countries Frequently Visited by Taiwanese People】

• Japan: The Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Japan, emergency contact numbers for traffic accidents and first aid.
• South Korea: Emergency contact information for the Taipei Representative Office in Korea and local police emergency telephone numbers.
• Thailand: Emergency contact numbers for the Thai Representative Office and emergency assistance LINE services.

💡【Other Travel Safety Related Information】

• You can check the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' official website for more practical information to help prepare for and respond to emergencies.