There is a need to be prepared for surprise to stay or travel in Saudi Arabia. In case of a medical emergency, road accident, fire, or any necessary situation. It is very important to know the right number to call.
This guide lists all the important emergency numbers in Saudi Arabia, including police, ambulance services, utility providers, and special hotlines.
Why matters to remember emergency numbers
Emergencies happen fast and you need to act quickly. Smartphones make it easy to save contacts, but network problems or not knowing local systems can slow you down. That’s why it is important to:
- Save key emergency numbers in your phone
- Share them with family members
- Understand which service each number connects to
Saudi Arabia has modernized its emergency response systems significantly over the past few years, making it easier than ever to get help fast.
General Emergency Number
🆘 112
- General Emergency Hotline (Police, Ambulance, Fire)
- Works even without network coverage
- Available nationwide
This is the first number to dial in case of any life-threatening emergency.
🕵️ Security & Police Services
- 999 / 911 – Saudi Police
- 995 – Anti-Narcotics Department
- 994 – Saudi Coast Guard
- 992 – Criminal Investigation Directorate
- 989 – Public Security Directorate
- 985 – General Intelligence Presidency
- 1909 – HAIA (formerly Mutawwa / Religious Police)
- 19991 – Nazaha (Anti-Corruption Authority)
- 1919 – Domestic Violence Hotline
🏥 Medical & Ambulance Services
- 997 – Ambulance Service
- 123 – Flying Ambulance Service (Saudi Air Ambulance)
🔥 Fire & Civil Defense
- 998 – Fire Emergency & Civil Defense (Defense Against Disasters)
🚗 Traffic & Roads Safety
- 996 – Highway Traffic Police
- 993 – Traffic Police (Muroor)
⚙️ Utility & Infrastructure Services
- 933 – Electricity Emergency Services
- 939 – Water and Sewerage Services
- 940 – Municipal Services
- 905 – Telephone Directory Inquiry
- 966 – Natural Disasters Response
- 988 – Meteorology & Weather Alerts
- 920000560 – Najm (Vehicle Insurance Claims & Inquiries)
Stay Prepared
✅ Save these numbers in your phone under clear names like:
- 997 – Ambulance
- 998 – Fire
- 999 – Police
✅ Teach children how to use emergency numbers responsibly.
✅ Keep a printed list in your car, office, and home.
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