Emergency Contacts — Thailand
Essential numbers, embassy directory, and what to do if something goes wrong.
Emergency Numbers
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SOS Card — Screenshot This
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ถ้าฉันต้องการความช่วยเหลือ โปรดโทร:
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Emergency phrases in Thai
⚡ What To Do If...
Quick-reference guides for the most common emergency situations.
Lost or Stolen Passport
- 1 File a police report at the nearest station (Tourist Police: 1155)
- 2 Contact your embassy immediately — they issue emergency travel documents
- 3 Keep the police report — required for new passport application
- 4 Take photos of your passport on your phone as backup
Medical Emergency
- 1 Call 1669 for an ambulance
- 2 Go to the nearest private hospital — they treat first, payment later
- 3 Contact your travel insurance before or immediately after treatment
- 4 Ask a Thai person to help call if you cannot communicate
Victim of Crime
- 1 Call Tourist Police 1155 — they speak English and understand tourist issues
- 2 File an official police report — required for insurance claims
- 3 Do not pay any "fines" directly to police — insist on an official station
- 4 Contact your embassy if the situation is serious
Natural Disaster
- 1 Follow instructions from local authorities immediately
- 2 Move to higher ground if there is any flood or tsunami risk
- 3 Contact your embassy — they can locate and assist nationals
- 4 Register with your embassy's crisis line if available
Traffic Accident
- 1 Call 1669 for ambulance if there are injuries
- 2 Do not move injured people unless there is immediate danger
- 3 Take photos of the scene, vehicles, and damage before moving
- 4 Call Highway Police 1193 for accidents on major roads
Lost in Remote Area
- 1 Stay calm and stay put — searchers find stationary people faster
- 2 Call 191 (Police) and describe your last known location
- 3 Use Google Maps offline — download maps before travel
- 4 Signal with a mirror, bright clothing, or whistle if you have one
🏛️ Embassy Directory — Bangkok
All major embassies are in Bangkok. If you are outside Bangkok, call first before traveling to the embassy.
USA
95 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Bangkok
UK
14 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Bangkok
Australia
181 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Bangkok
Canada
Abdulrahim Place, 990 Rama IV Rd, Silom
Germany
9 South Sathorn Road, Yanawa, Bangkok
France
35 Charoenkrung Road 36, Bangrak, Bangkok
Netherlands
15 Soi Tonson, Ploenchit, Bangkok
Japan
177 Witthayu Road, Lumpini, Bangkok
South Korea
23 Thiam-Ruammit Road, Huai Khwang, Bangkok
China
57 Ratchadaphisek Road, Din Daeng, Bangkok
India
46 Soi Prasarnmit, Sukhumvit 23, Bangkok
Sweden
20th Floor, Pacific Place One, 140 Sukhumvit Rd
New Zealand
M Thai Tower, 14th Floor, All Seasons Place
Russia
78 Sap Road, Bangrak, Bangkok
Israel
25th Floor, Ocean Tower 2, 75/6 Sukhumvit 19
📲 Useful Apps to Download
Download these before you need them — some require Wi-Fi to set up.
Grab
Ride-hailing with transparent pricing. Safer than negotiating with tuk-tuks.
iOS & AndroidGoogle Maps
Download offline maps for your region before leaving Wi-Fi.
iOS & AndroidLINE
Thailand's primary messaging app. Locals, hospitals, and services use it.
iOS & AndroidIQAir
Real-time air quality. Critical for northern Thailand in Feb–April burning season.
iOS & AndroidViaBus
Bangkok bus routes in English. Great for budget transport around the city.
iOS & AndroidXE Currency
Live exchange rates. Check before exchanging money to avoid bad rates.
iOS & AndroidPhone numbers are verified as of March 2026. Embassy numbers may change — always check your country's official government travel advisory for the latest contact details.
Last updated: March 2026