Emergency Phone Numbers by Country

A comprehensive directory of emergency phone numbers for over 200 countries and territories. Police, fire, ambulance, and specialized lines — downloadable as a PDF for offline access while traveling.

What's Inside

200+ countries and territories with verified emergency numbers
Police, fire, and ambulance numbers for every country
Tourist police and English-speaking emergency lines where available
Embassy and consulate contact information for US, UK, Canadian, and Australian citizens
Tips for calling emergency services in a foreign country
How to dial internationally when local SIM is not working
Country-specific notes (e.g., 112 works across the EU, Japan uses separate numbers)
Offline-ready PDF format for travel without internet access

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 911 universal worldwide?

No. 911 works in the US, Canada, and a few other countries. Most of Europe uses 112. The UK uses 999. Japan uses 110 (police) and 119 (fire/ambulance). Australia uses 000. This directory covers the correct numbers for every country.

What is the universal emergency number?

112 is the closest to a universal emergency number — it works across the entire European Union, and many other countries route 112 calls to local emergency services even if it is not the primary number. GSM phones will connect 112 even without a SIM card in many countries.

How do I call emergency services in a foreign country?

Dial the local emergency number directly — no country code needed. If you do not know the local number, try 112 (works in most GSM networks worldwide). Speak slowly and clearly. State your location first. This guide includes tips for communicating with dispatchers who may not speak your language.

Should I save local emergency numbers before traveling?

Yes. Save the local police, fire, ambulance, and your country's embassy number in your phone contacts before you arrive. Download this PDF for offline access. Also set up ImAlive with a daily check-in so someone back home is automatically alerted if something goes wrong during your trip.

What should I do if I cannot communicate in the local language during an emergency?

Many countries have English-speaking operators available on their main emergency lines, especially in tourist areas. If you cannot communicate verbally, try to state your location clearly and slowly. Consider downloading Google Translate for offline use with the local language pack before traveling. Some countries also have tourist-specific emergency hotlines staffed with multilingual operators, which are included in this directory.

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