Global Travel Emergency Numbers
Direct contact numbers for Police, Medical Ambulance, and Fire services across popular travel destinations. Verified from emergency service authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions About Global Emergency Numbers
Does 112 work worldwide on mobile phones?
112 is the official emergency number in all 27 European Union countries, India, Turkey, and South Africa, and is standard across GSM mobile specifications. In countries like the US, Canada, and Australia, dialing 112 from a mobile phone typically auto-redirects to local emergency services (911 or 000), but travelers should always dial the country's local emergency number directly when possible.
Can I call emergency numbers without a local SIM card or cell service?
Yes. International telecommunications regulations require mobile networks to connect emergency calls even if your phone does not have an active local SIM card, has no roaming data credit, or the screen is locked. As long as your phone can detect any compatible cellular tower in range, the emergency call will transmit.
What number do I call for police or ambulance in Japan and Korea?
In Japan, dial 110 for police and 119 for ambulance and fire services. In South Korea, dial 112 for police and 119 for ambulance and fire. Both nations operate dedicated English-language interpretation hotlines (Japan: 110/119 interpreter relay; South Korea: 1330 Korea Travel Hotline).