Belize

Emergency numbers for Belize

Dialling code: +501

Primary emergency numbers

Other useful numbers

Other Emergency Services

  • 922

    Crime Stoppers - Emergency Service

  • 999

    Belize Coast Guard Emergency Number

  • 977

    Police Witness Protection Program - Emergency Service

  • 966

    National Marine Communications Center - Emergency Service

Frequently asked questions

The Police emergency number in Belize is 911. Dial it from any phone. Stay calm and give the operator your exact location.
When calling Police (911), speak clearly and state: (1) your exact location or address, (2) the nature of the emergency, (3) how many people are involved. Stay on the line until the operator tells you to hang up.
Yes. Dial 911 from any mobile or landline in Belize, even without a SIM card or mobile credit. The call is free of charge.
When dialling from a foreign number, you can still dial the local number directly. Belize country code is ++501. Alternatively dial 911 directly — emergency numbers work without the country code from within the country.
Yes. Calling 911 in Belize is free from any landline or mobile phone, including prepaid phones with no credit.
The Fire emergency number in Belize is 990. Dial it from any phone. Stay calm and give the operator your exact location.
When calling Fire (990), speak clearly and state: (1) your exact location or address, (2) the nature of the emergency, (3) how many people are involved. Stay on the line until the operator tells you to hang up.
Yes. Dial 990 from any mobile or landline in Belize, even without a SIM card or mobile credit. The call is free of charge.
When dialling from a foreign number, you can still dial the local number directly. Belize country code is ++501. Alternatively dial 990 directly — emergency numbers work without the country code from within the country.
Yes. Calling 990 in Belize is free from any landline or mobile phone, including prepaid phones with no credit.

Last updated: 2026-05-05