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Emergency number in Uganda
POLICE · FIRE · AMBULANCE
999
112 also works.
If you or someone else is in danger in Uganda, call 999. Say where you are first, then what happened.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the emergency number in Uganda?
999. 112 also works.
Does 112 work in Uganda?
Many mobile networks connect 112 to local emergency services, but it is not guaranteed everywhere. Use 999 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
Tunisia: 197 · Türkiye: 112 · U.S. Virgin Islands: 911 · Ukraine: 112 · United Arab Emirates: 999 · United Kingdom: 999 · all countries
Numbers can change and may differ by region. Confirm locally when you arrive.