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Emergency number in the United Arab Emirates
POLICE · FIRE · AMBULANCE
999
Police. 998 ambulance, 997 fire.
If you or someone else is in danger in the United Arab Emirates, call 999. Say where you are first, then what happened.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the emergency number in the United Arab Emirates?
999. Police. 998 ambulance, 997 fire.
Does 112 work in the United Arab Emirates?
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
U.S. Virgin Islands: 911 · Uganda: 999 · Ukraine: 112 · United Kingdom: 999 · United States: 911 · Uruguay: 911 · all countries
Numbers can change and may differ by region. Confirm locally when you arrive.