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Emergency number in Switzerland
POLICE · FIRE · AMBULANCE
112
117 police, 118 fire, 144 ambulance.
If you or someone else is in danger in Switzerland, call 112. Say where you are first, then what happened.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the emergency number in Switzerland?
112. 117 police, 118 fire, 144 ambulance.
Does 112 work in Switzerland?
Yes. 112 is an emergency number in Switzerland.
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
Spain: 112 · Sri Lanka: 119 · Sweden: 112 · Taiwan: 110 · Tanzania: 112 · Thailand: 191 · all countries
Numbers can change and may differ by region. Confirm locally when you arrive.