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Emergency Contacts

Save these numbers. Police, ambulance, hospitals, embassies, and helplines - everything you need in an emergency.

3 min read • Updated December 2025

Critical Emergency Numbers
🚔999Police🚑998Ambulance🚒997Fire🆘112All Emergency

In a life-threatening emergency: Call 999 (police) or 998 (ambulance) immediately. From any phone, 112 connects to emergency services.

🚨Emergency Services5 contacts
🚔
Police24/7
Crime, accidents, emergencies. Available 24/7.
999
🚑
Ambulance24/7
Medical emergencies. Free service in Dubai.
998
🚒
Fire Department24/7
Fire, rescue, hazardous materials.
997
🛥️
Coast Guard24/7
Maritime emergencies, sea rescue.
996
📞
Unified Emergency Number24/7
Single number for all emergencies (works from any phone).
112

Tip: Dubai ambulance service is free for emergencies. Private hospitals may charge for non-emergency transport.

👮Police Services5 contacts
👮
Dubai Police (Non-Emergency)24/7
General inquiries, reports, complaints. Not for emergencies.
901
🚗
Traffic Accidents (Minor)
No injuries, vehicles can move. Report via Dubai Police app faster.
901
📱
Dubai Police App
Report accidents, pay fines, request certificates, lost & found.
Download App→
🔍
Criminal Investigation24/7
Report serious crimes, fraud, cybercrime.
800 4888
👁️
Anti-Narcotics24/7
Report drug-related activities. Confidential.
800 DRUG (3784)
🏥Hospitals & Medical8 contacts
🏥
Rashid Hospital (Trauma Center)24/7 ER
Major trauma center. Umm Hurair. Government hospital.
04 219 2000
🏥
Dubai Hospital24/7 ER
Large government hospital. Al Baraha area.
04 219 5000
🏥
Latifa Hospital24/7 ER
Women and children. Maternity emergencies.
04 219 3000
🏥
American Hospital Dubai24/7 ER
Private. Oud Metha. Excellent ER, accepts most insurance.
04 377 6666
🏥
Mediclinic City Hospital24/7 ER
Private. Healthcare City. Multi-specialty emergency.
04 435 9999
🏥
Saudi German Hospital24/7 ER
Private. Al Barsha. Large emergency department.
04 389 0000
☠️
Poison Control Center24/7
Poisoning emergencies, toxic exposure, medication overdose.
800 424
🦷
Dental Emergency24/7
Dr. Michael's Dental Clinic. 24-hour dental emergencies.
04 349 3999

Insurance: Bring your insurance card to the ER. Most private hospitals accept major insurers. Government hospitals treat emergencies regardless of insurance.

🧠Mental Health & Crisis Support4 contacts
💚
Dubai Health Authority Mental Health24/7
Mental health support, counseling referrals.
800 4673 (HOPE)
📞
Community Development AuthoritySun-Thu
Social support, family counseling, crisis intervention.
800 988
🆘
Befrienders Worldwide UAE24/7
Emotional support, suicide prevention. Confidential.
+971 50 832 5673
👨‍👩‍👧
Child Protection24/7
Report child abuse, neglect. Community Development Authority.
800 988
👩Women & Family Support3 contacts
👩
Dubai Foundation for Women & Children24/7
Domestic violence, abuse victims. Shelter available. Confidential.
800 111
⚖️
Human Rights Helpline24/7
Human rights violations, worker abuse, trafficking.
800 HRDUBAI (473822)
👷
MOHRE Worker SupportSun-Thu
Labor disputes, unpaid wages, worker rights.
800 60
⚡Utilities & Infrastructure5 contacts
💡
DEWA Emergency24/7
Electricity outages, water supply issues, dangerous situations.
991
💧
DEWA Customer Service24/7
Billing, connections, general inquiries.
04 601 9999
🔥
Gas Emergency (EMGAS)24/7
Gas leaks, supply issues. Leave area immediately if leak suspected.
800 4627
📡
du Technical Support24/7
Internet, TV, mobile issues for du customers.
155
📡
Etisalat Technical Support24/7
Internet, TV, mobile issues for Etisalat customers.
101

Gas Leak: If you smell gas, do NOT use electrical switches or phones inside. Leave immediately and call 800 4627 from outside.

🚗Roadside & Vehicle4 contacts
🚗
AAA (Automobile Association)24/7
Roadside assistance, towing, battery jump. Membership required.
800 4900
🔑
RTA Lost & Found24/7
Items left in taxis, metro, buses.
800 9090
🚕
Dubai Taxi Complaints24/7
Taxi complaints, lost items, service issues.
800 9090
🛣️
Salik Customer Service
Toll inquiries, account issues, disputes.
800 72545
🏛️Major Embassies & Consulates10 contacts
🇺🇸
US Consulate Dubai
American citizens. Emergencies: 04 309 4000 (press 0).
04 309 4000
🇬🇧
UK Consulate Dubai
British citizens. 24hr emergency: +44 20 7008 5000.
04 309 4444
🇮🇳
Indian Consulate Dubai
Indian citizens. Emergency: 04 397 1222.
04 397 1222
🇵🇰
Pakistan Consulate Dubai
Pakistani citizens. Jumeriah area.
04 397 0600
🇵🇭
Philippines Consulate Dubai
Filipino citizens. Al Qusais area.
04 220 7100
🇦🇺
Australian Consulate Dubai
Australian citizens. Emergency: +61 2 6261 3305.
04 508 7100
🇨🇦
Canadian Consulate Dubai
Canadian citizens. Emergency: +1 613 996 8885.
04 404 8444
🇩🇪
German Consulate Dubai
German citizens. Business Bay area.
04 349 8888
🇫🇷
French Consulate Dubai
French citizens. Jumeirah area.
04 408 4900
🌍
Other Embassies
Full list at UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
See MOFA→

Lost Passport: Contact your embassy immediately. They can issue emergency travel documents within 24-48 hours. File a police report (call 901) first.

🎒Tourist Assistance3 contacts
🎒
Dubai Tourism Emergency24/7
Tourist assistance, complaints, lost documents help.
600 555 559
✈️
Dubai Airport Lost & Found24/7
Items lost at DXB airport terminals.
04 224 5555
📄
Lost Passport Assistance
Contact your embassy immediately. They can issue emergency travel documents.
Contact Embassy

Save These to Your Phone

Add these numbers as contacts now, before you need them.

Emergency (All)112
Police999
Ambulance998
DEWA Emergency991
Dubai Police (Non-Emg)901
Your EmbassyAdd yours

Dubai is very safe. Violent crime is rare. Most expats never need emergency services beyond minor medical visits. But it's always better to have these numbers saved and never need them.

Last updated: December 2025. Numbers verified quarterly.