Emergency Info by Country

The number 112 is the most widely supported universal emergency number, operating across all European Union countries and many nations worldwide. In North America, 911 is the standard emergency number. Many countries support multiple emergency numbers simultaneously. Mobile phones can often dial any emergency number even without a local SIM card.

Contact your country's nearest embassy or consulate immediately via their emergency phone line. File a police report as you will need it for a replacement travel document. Keep a digital copy of your passport stored securely online before traveling. Most embassies can issue an emergency travel document within 24 to 48 hours.

Search for your country's embassy or consulate in the capital city or major urban center of the country you are visiting. Save the address and emergency phone number in your phone and on paper before departure. Most foreign ministry websites have embassy locator tools.

Carry a card listing your blood type, known allergies, current medications with generic names, and emergency contact information. If you have a chronic condition, bring a doctor's note explaining your diagnosis and treatment. Wear a medical alert bracelet if applicable.