About South Korea's Correctional System
South Korea's correctional system is managed by the Korea Correctional Service. For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.
For US citizens detained in South Korea, contact US Embassy South Korea at +82 2 397 4114 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.
South Korea Resources & Legal Services
Key South Korea Prison Contacts
| Agency / Contact | Location | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Korea Correctional Service | South Korea | +82-2-2131-3000 | Visit Site |
| US Embassy South Korea | South Korea | +82 2 397 4114 | Visit Site |
| US State Dept Emergency (from US) | Washington DC | 1-888-407-4747 | Visit Site |
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South Korea's only dedicated long-term prison for women. Houses female sentenced offenders with vocational training programmes.
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Major sentenced prison in Seoul. Houses long-term male sentenced offenders in the capital.
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South Korea's main remand prison. Located in Uiwang Gyeonggi Province. Opened in 1967. Houses pre-trial detainees from Seoul. Contains an execution chamber. Former President Park Geun-hye was held here after her 2017 arrest. Former President Yoon Suk Yeol held here in 2025.
South Korea Prison FAQ
Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in South Korea, contact US Embassy South Korea at +82 2 397 4114 immediately.
Contact US Embassy South Korea at +82 2 397 4114 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in South Korea. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Korean Bar Association for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in South Korea. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each South Korea facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.