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What is 123 in Colombia?

123 is the official National Unified Emergency Number emergency number in Colombia. This number is operated by Policía Nacional de Colombia and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. 123 is the national unified emergency number connecting to police, ambulance, fire, and civil defense throughout Colombia. Available 24/7. Operators speak Spanish; English may be limited.

When to Call 123

Call 123 immediately in situations involving universal emergency-related emergencies in Colombia. When you call, clearly state:

• Your exact location (street address, landmark, GPS coordinates if possible)
• The nature of the emergency
• The number of people involved or injured
• Your name and callback number

Stay on the line until the operator tells you to hang up.

Technical Details — 123 in Colombia

Here are the key technical facts about calling 123 in Colombia:

• Works from mobile: Yes — you can call from any mobile phone.
• Works without SIM card: Yes — you can call even without a SIM card installed.
• Free to call: Yes — calling is completely free. No credit needed.
• Last verified: 2026-01
• Official source: Policía Nacional de Colombia

How to Call 123 from Abroad

If you are calling 123 from outside Colombia, or from a foreign SIM card, dial the international format: +57 followed by 123 (omitting any leading zero). However, in a genuine emergency within Colombia, simply dialing 123 directly from any local or roaming SIM will connect you to the National Unified Emergency Number. The universal number 112 is also active across Colombia and can be dialed from any phone.

All Emergency Numbers in Colombia

Besides 123 (National Unified Emergency Number), Colombia has the following emergency services available: National Unified Emergency Number: 123 · National Police: 123 · Emergency Medical Service: 123 · Firefighters (Bomberos): 123 · GAULA Anti-Kidnapping and Extortion: 165 · Highway Police (Tránsito y Transporte): #767. Save all these numbers before traveling to Colombia.

Data Source & Verification Policy

The number 123 is listed as the National Unified Emergency Number emergency line for Colombia based on data from Policía Nacional de Colombia. It was last verified in 2026-01. If this number has changed or is incorrect, please contact us immediately — accuracy of emergency contact information is our highest priority.