Portugal Emergency Numbers
Country Code: +351 · Currency: EUR
Verified emergency numbers for Portugal: European 112 for police, ambulance, fire, and maritime rescue. Sourced from Portuguese Ministry of Internal Administration.
📞 Emergency Phone Numbers in Portugal (Police, Ambulance, Fire)
112 is the unified European emergency number in Portugal. Connects to police (PSP/GNR), INEM ambulance, fire, and maritime rescue. Operators speak Portuguese and English. SMS 112 available for deaf users. The 112 PT app sends GPS location.
Police emergency via 112. PSP covers urban areas. GNR (Guarda Nacional Republicana) covers rural areas and highways. Both dispatched through 112.
INEM (Instituto Nacional de Emergência Médica) provides ambulance and emergency medical services via 112. Response is fast in urban areas. For non-urgent medical advice, call Saúde 24 (808 24 24 24).
Fire emergency via 112. ANEPC coordinates fire and civil protection. Critical during summer wildfire season. Volunteer and professional fire departments respond.
🔢 Police, Ambulance, and Fire Numbers in Portugal
View dedicated guide, instructions, and alternate numbers for specific emergency services in Portugal.
📍 Find Nearest Emergency Services
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🗣️ Emergency Phrases in Portugal
Use these phrases to communicate in an emergency when language is a barrier. Tap the speaker to play pronunciation.
⚠️ When NOT to Call Emergency Services
- • Do not make false emergency calls - punishable under Portuguese law
- • Do not call 112 for non-urgent police matters - visit the local police station
- • Do not use emergency lines for road conditions
- • Do not use emergency lines for road conditions or weather forecasts
- • Do not call 112 for power outages - contact E-REDES
- • Do not call 112 for non-urgent medical advice - call Saúde 24 (808 24 24 24)
- • Do not call 112 for power outages
✈️ Travel Notes — Portugal
Emergency response is fast and efficient throughout Portugal. INEM provides excellent ambulance services. Wildfire response is prioritized during summer. Medical care is of good standard. Private hospitals offer excellent emergency care. The Saúde 24 hotline provides non-urgent medical advice.
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Emergency Services in Portugal — Essential Traveler Guide
If you are planning a trip to Portugal or reside there, understanding the local emergency service system is critical for your safety. The international calling code for calling Portugal is +351. Emergency operators are available 24/7, but translation capabilities may vary, so keeping local phrases handy is advised.
Police, Ambulance, and Fire Brigade Numbers in Portugal
Portugal provides multiple standard emergency service channels, which are free to call from any phone. To call the universal emergency in Portugal, dial <strong>112</strong>. To call the police in Portugal, dial <strong>112</strong>. To call the ambulance in Portugal, dial <strong>112</strong>. To call the fire brigade in Portugal, dial <strong>112</strong>. To call the maritime rescue in Portugal, dial <strong>112</strong>.
How to call emergency services in Portugal
Emergency lines can be dialled from standard landlines, payphones, and mobile networks. In most cases, these emergency calls can be completed even if your mobile device does not have a SIM card installed or if you do not have a positive credit balance. If you need to make a call, remember to stay calm, clearly explain the issue, and provide the exact location to the operator.
Frequently Asked Questions — Portugal
What is Saúde 24 in Portugal? ▼
Saúde 24 (808 24 24 24) is the national non-urgent medical helpline. For emergencies, call 112.
Can I call 112 from a mobile without a SIM card in Portugal? ▼
Yes. GSM phones can dial 112 without a SIM card. Emergency calls are free.
Are emergency calls free in Portugal? ▼
Yes. All calls to 112 are free of charge from any phone.
Do emergency operators speak English in Portugal? ▼
Yes. 112 operators handle calls in Portuguese and English.
What number do I call for maritime rescue in Portugal? ▼
Call 112 for maritime rescue. The Portuguese Navy and Autoridade Marítima Nacional are dispatched through 112. Also contactable via VHF Channel 16.