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Emergency number in New Zealand
POLICE · FIRE · AMBULANCE
111
If you or someone else is in danger in New Zealand, call 111. Say where you are first, then what happened.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the emergency number in New Zealand?
111.
Does 112 work in New Zealand?
Many mobile networks connect 112 to local emergency services, but it is not guaranteed everywhere. Use 111 first.
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
Morocco: 19 · Nepal: 100 · Netherlands: 112 · Nigeria: 112 · Northern Mariana Islands: 911 · Norway: 112 · all countries
Numbers can change and may differ by region. Confirm locally when you arrive.