When you leave home and family to live in another country, there are times when you feel down and exhausted.
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As you live in a foreign country while adapting to a language and culture that still feel unfamiliar, lonely and tiring moments are bound to come suddenly for anyone. These feelings are completely natural, and you are definitely not alone!
"When I’m feeling down, I honestly don’t know who to confide in or where to get help." 😢
So today, we’ve gathered and organized some valuable resources that can listen carefully to your story and help you when you need warmth, comfort, or urgent support during your study abroad life. Save this now and come back to it when you need it! ⬇️
🏫 Using On-Campus Counseling Centers and the Office of International Affairs
Most Korean universities have dedicated counseling centers or offices of international affairs (international offices) for international students. You can feel comfortable seeking counseling not only for academic or career issues, but also for psychological difficulties and struggles experienced during life in Korea. Be sure to visit your school website to check the location and operating hours of foreign student counseling programs!
📞 Specialized Off-Campus Support Channels
☎️ 1345 (Immigration Contact Center): Get the most accurate guidance on immigration-related matters such as visa extensions and changes in status.
☎️ 1644-0644 (Korean Migrant Workers’ Support Center): Offers broad support covering visas, residency issues, daily life, and even legal consultations.
☎️ 1644-7077 (Legal Counseling for Foreign Residents): Provides legal 상담 when unfair situations arise, such as part-time work contracts, unpaid wages, and various disputes.
☎️ 1577-0071 (Foreign Workforce Counseling Center): You can receive professional counseling related to employment, including labor contracts, workplace changes, and industrial accidents.
☎️ 1577-1366 (Emergency Hotline for Migrant Women): A space for female international students and migrant women, providing 24-hour support in cases of psychological crisis or emergency situations.
☎️ 1577-5432 (Multicultural Family Support Center): Provides counseling for difficulties related to multicultural families and married life/family life with Koreans.
☎️ 02-6900-8000 / 031-237-0691 (Free Medical Support): Even if you have not yet enrolled in health insurance, medical treatment and services are provided for foreigners who are outside the healthcare system.
☎️ 120 without an area code (031-120 Dasan Call Center in Gyeonggi-do): Offers real-time free phone interpretation services when using hospitals, banks, post offices, and more, and also kindly provides information on local festivals and tourism.
👥 Building Healthy Connections with People
Try joining communities where you can communicate consistently, such as on-campus clubs, external activity supporter groups, or regular study meetings. Even having just one small group where you can speak openly and honestly can bring tremendous comfort and energy while living abroad.
💡 You absolutely do not have to carry painful emotions all by yourself. Reaching out first and asking for help is not a sign of weakness at all—it is the most confident and courageous thing you can do to protect yourself.
Vijob will always be right here by your side, so that every moment you spend in Korea can be a little warmer and a little less lonely. 💙
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