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Portugal Emergency Numbers: 112, General Emergency and Police

Official Portugal emergency numbers for General Emergency, Police and Ambulance / Medical, including 112 and 1414. Tap to call verified local numbers.

Dialling code +351
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Updated 2026-05-06
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Primary emergency numbers

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General Emergency

  • 1414

    Linha 1414 (Linha Vida / Addiction Support): Confidential advice, support, and referrals regarding substance abuse and addictive behaviors.

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  • 144

    LNES (National Social Emergency Line): 24/7 urgent social support and crisis protection, including emergency shelter pathways for the homeless.

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  • 116 006

    APAV (Victim Support Line): Confidential support, legal/rights information, and referrals for victims of crime, violence, or harassment.

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  • 800 250 250

    CIAV (INEM - Anti-Poison Information Centre): For poisoning and toxic exposure, offering advice on suspected cases and immediate actions.

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  • 808 24 24 24

    SNS 24 (National Health Service Line): For non-life-threatening urgent health guidance, clinical triaging, medical advice, and NHS referrals.

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Other useful numbers

Use these only when they match the emergency service you need.

Domestic Violence

  • 800 202 148

    CIG (Domestic Violence Support Line): Confidential support, rights info, and local resource referrals for domestic abuse victims (call 112 if in immediate danger).

Mental Health / Suicide

  • 963 524 660

    SOS Voz Amiga (Emotional Support Helpline): A confidential listening service and crisis hotline for individuals facing emotional distress or suicide risks.

  • 912 802 669

    SOS Voz Amiga (Emotional Support Helpline): A confidential listening service and crisis hotline for individuals facing emotional distress or suicide risks.

  • 213 544 545

    SOS Voz Amiga (Emotional Support Helpline): A confidential listening service and crisis hotline for individuals facing emotional distress or suicide risks.

Other Emergency Services

  • 117

    Fire emergency service (Forest)

  • 117

    Forest fire

  • 116111

    Child Helplines

  • 116000

    Missing children

  • 96 008 11 11

    LGBTQ+ Youth Support Line (Risk Intervention): Specialized support services and protection pathways for LGBTQ+ youth, especially those in vulnerable situations.

  • 218 873 918

    LGBTQ+ Support Line (General Contact): General inquiries, information routing, and community support for the LGBTQ+ community.

  • 144

    Social Emergency attendance

Official sources

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

  • Police 112 ITU-E.129
  • General Emergency 1414 manual
  • General Emergency 144 manual
  • General Emergency 116 006 manual
  • General Emergency 800 250 250 manual
  • General Emergency 808 24 24 24 manual

Frequently asked questions

Official emergency numbers in Portugal 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 Portugal is 1414. Dial it from any phone. Stay calm and give the operator your exact location.
The Police number in Portugal is 112. Dial it from any phone. Stay calm and give the operator your exact location.
The Ambulance / Medical number in Portugal is 112. Dial it from any phone. Stay calm and give the operator your exact location.
The Fire number in Portugal is 112. Dial it from any phone. Stay calm and give the operator your exact location.
Yes. Portugal 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. Portugal country code is +351. Alternatively dial 1414 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. Portugal country code is +351. Alternatively dial 112 directly. Emergency numbers work without the country code from within the country.

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