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Emergency number in France
POLICE · FIRE · AMBULANCE
112
15 medical, 17 police, 18 fire.
If you or someone else is in danger in France, call 112. Say where you are first, then what happened.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the emergency number in France?
112. 15 medical, 17 police, 18 fire.
Does 112 work in France?
Yes. 112 is an emergency number in France.
What should I say when I call?
Say where you are first (address or landmarks), then what happened, how many people are hurt, and stay on the line until told to hang up.
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Other countries
El Salvador: 911 · Estonia: 112 · Finland: 112 · Georgia: 112 · Germany: 112 · Ghana: 112 · all countries
Numbers can change and may differ by region. Confirm locally when you arrive.