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France Emergency Numbers: 112, General Emergency and Police

Official France emergency numbers for General Emergency, Police and Ambulance / Medical, including 112, 0 892 70 57 05 and 114. Tap to call verified local numbers.

Dialling code +33
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Updated 2026-05-05
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Police

  • 114

    Emergency number for hearing impaired people (SMS & fax only)

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  • 17
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General Emergency

  • 0 892 70 57 05

    Bank Card Loss & Theft: National center for cancelling lost or stolen cards.

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  • 0821 222 300

    Heatwave Info Service: Health advice during high-temperature periods.

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  • 01 43 37 51 00

    Emergency Dental Care: Out-of-hours emergency dental consultations.

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  • 196

    Maritime Rescue Coordination Centres

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  • 191

    Rescue Coordination Center, aviation

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  • 112

    Paneuropéen emergency number

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  • 01 40 50 34 34

    Suicide Crisis Intervention: Immediate crisis response and emergency intervention for individuals at acute risk of suicide.

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  • 01 55 87 55 55

    International Pharmacy Emergency: Assistance for sourcing urgent medications and pharmaceutical advice.

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  • 01 47 07 50 50

    Cardiology Emergency Hotline: Specialized emergency medical response for acute heart conditions.

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  • 0836 68 32 08

    Checkbook Cancellation: Reporting lost or stolen checkbooks.

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Other useful numbers

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Domestic Violence

  • 01 40 33 80 60

    Domestic Violence Support: Assistance, counseling, and shelter information for victims of domestic abuse.

  • 3919

    Violence Against Women Helpline: Anonymous and free support for women.

Mental Health / Suicide

  • 01 45 39 40 00

    Suicide Prevention Support Line: Psychological counseling and listening service for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts.

  • 01 47 23 80 80

    SOS Help: English-speaking emotional support and listening service.

  • 31 14

    National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 24/7 mental health and crisis support.

  • 3018

    Cyberbullying Hotline: Support for youth facing online harassment and bullying.

Gas Utility

  • 0 801 131 433

    Gas Emergency Hotline: Dedicated line for reporting gas leaks and preventing explosion hazards.

  • 0 800 47 33 33

    Gas Emergency (GRDF): Reporting gas leaks and technical emergencies.

Anti-Terror

  • 197

    Terrorist Attack & Kidnapping Alert: Dedicated line for state-issued alerts.

Other Emergency Services

  • 0800 858 858

    Red Cross Helpline: Psychological and social support services provided by the French Red Cross (Croix-Rouge).

  • 01 47 46 09 09

    Veterinary Emergency Center: Urgent medical care and ambulance services for pets and animals.

  • 0892 68 08 08

    Météo France: Automated weather forecasts and alerts.

  • 118 000

    Directory Inquiries: To find contact numbers for businesses or individuals.

  • 3699

    Impound & Lost & Found: Check if a car was towed or report lost items.

  • 0800 306 306

    Emergency Social Housing: Support and shelter for the homeless.

  • 01 53 71 53 71

    Police Prefecture Admin: Enquiries about residence permits and ID documents.

  • 0800 840 800

    Sida Info Service (AIDS Hotline): Information and support regarding HIV/AIDS.

  • 0800 059 595

    Sexual Violence Support: Anonymous advice for survivors of sexual violence.

  • 3977

    Abuse of the Elderly & Disabled: National helpline for reporting maltreatment.

  • 0805 805 817

    Info Escroqueries (Anti-Fraud Hotline): For reporting scams and fraud.

  • 115

    Homeless people

Official sources

Official source notes for France cover General Emergency, Police and Ambulance / Medical numbers where available.

Frequently asked questions

Official emergency numbers in France are listed above for General Emergency, Police and Ambulance / Medical. Use the source section when a verified source is available.
The General Emergency number in France is 0 892 70 57 05. Dial it from any phone. Stay calm and give the operator your exact location.
The Police number in France is 114. Dial it from any phone. Stay calm and give the operator your exact location.
The Ambulance / Medical number in France is 01 40 05 48 48. Dial it from any phone. Stay calm and give the operator your exact location.
The Fire number in France is 18. Dial it from any phone. Stay calm and give the operator your exact location.
Yes. France lists 112 among its emergency numbers. Check the service row above before calling.
When dialling from a foreign number, you can still dial the local number directly. France country code is +33. Alternatively dial 0 892 70 57 05 directly. Emergency numbers work without the country code from within the country.
When dialling from a foreign number, you can still dial the local number directly. France country code is +33. Alternatively dial 114 directly. Emergency numbers work without the country code from within the country.

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