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Emergency Contacts

Emergency numbers, anti-trafficking hotlines, health resources, and embassy lookup for every destination we cover.

Save the relevant numbers to your phone before you travel. In an emergency, you may not have time or composure to search for them. Screenshot this page or write the numbers down and keep them in your wallet alongside your hotel address and emergency contact information.

In a life-threatening emergency, always call the local emergency number first. If you cannot reach local services, contact your country's embassy or consulate. They can assist with medical emergencies, arrests, lost passports, and emergency evacuations.

International Resources

These organizations operate across borders and can provide assistance regardless of your location.

Anti-Trafficking Hotlines

  • U.S. National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888 (24/7, multilingual) — Text "HELP" to 233733 (BeFree)
  • UK Modern Slavery Helpline: 08000 121 700 (24/7)
  • Canada Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-833-900-1010 (24/7, multilingual)
  • Polaris Project (International): polarisproject.org — Global anti-trafficking resources and reporting tools
  • ECPAT International: ecpat.org — Global network focused on ending child exploitation
  • International Justice Mission: ijm.org — Active in Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa

Health Emergencies

  • PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis): If you have a potential HIV exposure (condom break, sexual assault), PEP must be started within 72 hours — ideally within 2 hours. Go to the nearest emergency room or hospital immediately. PEP is available in virtually every country, though you may need to specifically request it. It is a 28-day course of antiretroviral medication.
  • WHO Global Health Emergency: In any country, hospitals with emergency departments can treat STI exposures, provide emergency contraception, and address drug-facilitated assault.
  • International SOS: If you have travel insurance or corporate coverage, International SOS (internationalsos.com) provides 24/7 medical and security assistance worldwide.

Embassy Lookup

Your embassy or consulate can help with medical emergencies, arrests, lost or stolen passports, and emergency evacuations. They cannot get you out of jail for breaking local laws, but they can ensure you receive fair treatment and legal representation.

  • U.S. Citizens: Search "U.S. Embassy in [country]" or visit usembassy.gov
  • UK Citizens: Search "British Embassy in [country]" or visit gov.uk/world/embassies
  • Canadian Citizens: Search "Canadian Embassy in [country]" or visit travel.gc.ca
  • Australian Citizens: Search "Australian Embassy in [country]" or visit smartraveller.gov.au
  • EU Citizens: Any EU member state embassy can assist EU citizens when their own country has no embassy present

Europe

Germany

  • Police: 110
  • Ambulance / Fire: 112
  • Anti-Trafficking: KOK (German NGO Network Against Trafficking) — +49 30 263 911 76
  • Victim Support: Weisser Ring — 116 006

Netherlands

  • Police: 112 (emergency) / 0900-8844 (non-emergency)
  • Ambulance / Fire: 112
  • Anti-Trafficking: CoMensha — +31 33 448 11 86
  • Tourist Police (Amsterdam): Available at central police stations in the Red Light District

Spain

  • Police: 091 (National Police) / 092 (Local Police)
  • Ambulance / Fire: 112
  • Anti-Trafficking: 900 10 50 90 (Ministry of Interior hotline)
  • Tourist Police: Available in Madrid, Barcelona, and major tourist cities — look for "Policia Turistica"

Switzerland

  • Police: 117
  • Ambulance: 144
  • Fire: 118
  • Anti-Trafficking: ACT212 — 0800 121 212

Czech Republic

  • Police: 158
  • Ambulance: 155
  • Fire: 150
  • General Emergency: 112
  • Anti-Trafficking: La Strada Czech Republic — +420 222 71 71 71

Hungary

  • Police: 107
  • Ambulance: 104
  • Fire: 105
  • General Emergency: 112
  • Anti-Trafficking: NANE Women's Rights Association — +36 80 505 101

Austria

  • Police: 133
  • Ambulance: 144
  • Fire: 122
  • General Emergency: 112
  • Anti-Trafficking: LEFOE — +43 1 796 92 98

Portugal

  • Universal Emergency: 112

Greece

  • Universal Emergency: 112
  • Police: 100
  • Ambulance: 166
  • Tourist Police: 171

Denmark

  • Universal Emergency: 112

Poland

  • Universal Emergency: 112
  • Police: 997
  • Ambulance: 999

Asia

Thailand

  • Police: 191
  • Ambulance: 1669
  • Fire: 199
  • Tourist Police: 1155 (English-speaking, 24/7 — use this first as a tourist)
  • Anti-Trafficking: 1300 (Ministry of Social Development hotline)

Japan

  • Police: 110
  • Ambulance / Fire: 119
  • English Emergency Help: TELL Lifeline — 03-5774-0992
  • Japan Helpline (24/7, English): 0570-064-401
  • Tourist Info (English): 050-3816-2787

Philippines

  • Police: 911 or 117
  • Ambulance / Fire: 911
  • Tourist Police: Department of Tourism 24/7 hotline — (02) 8524-1660
  • Anti-Trafficking: Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) — 1343

Cambodia

  • Police: 117
  • Ambulance: 119
  • Fire: 118
  • Tourist Police (Phnom Penh): +855 12 942 484
  • Anti-Trafficking: LICADHO — +855 23 727 102

Vietnam

  • Police: 113
  • Ambulance: 115
  • Fire: 114
  • Anti-Trafficking: Blue Dragon Children's Foundation — +84 24 3717 0544

South Korea

  • Police: 112
  • Ambulance / Fire: 119
  • Tourist Helpline (English, 24/7): 1330
  • Anti-Trafficking: Korea Women's Hotline — 02-2263-6464

Taiwan

  • Police: 110
  • Ambulance: 119

Hong Kong

  • Universal Emergency: 999

Singapore

  • Police: 999
  • Ambulance: 995

Indonesia

  • Universal Emergency: 112
  • Police: 110
  • Ambulance: 118

India

  • Universal Emergency: 112
  • Police: 100
  • Ambulance: 108

Latin America

Colombia

  • Police: 123
  • Ambulance: 123
  • Fire: 119
  • Tourist Police (Bogota): +57 1 337 4413
  • Anti-Trafficking: 122 (Fiscalia General de la Nacion)

Brazil

  • Police: 190
  • Ambulance: 192
  • Fire: 193
  • Tourist Police (Rio): +55 21 2332-2924
  • Anti-Trafficking: Ligue 180 (Women's Helpline) or Disque 100 (Human Rights)

Costa Rica

  • Police: 911
  • Ambulance / Fire: 911
  • Tourist Police (OIJ): 800-800-0645
  • Anti-Trafficking: PANI (child protection) — 1147 / Fundacion Rahab

Mexico

  • Police / Ambulance / Fire: 911
  • Tourist Emergency (English): 078 (SECTUR hotline)
  • Anti-Trafficking: 800-00-854-00 (National hotline)
  • Tourist Police: Available in major tourist cities — Cancun, CDMX, Playa del Carmen

Dominican Republic

  • Police: 911
  • Ambulance / Fire: 911
  • Tourist Police (POLITUR): 809-200-3500
  • Anti-Trafficking: CONANI (National Council for Children) — 809-567-2233

Argentina

  • Police: 911
  • Ambulance: 107
  • Fire: 100
  • Tourist Police (Buenos Aires): 0800-999-5000
  • Anti-Trafficking: 145 (National Rescue Program hotline, 24/7)

Peru

  • Police: 105
  • Ambulance: 116
  • Fire: 116
  • Tourist Police (Lima): +51 1 460-1060
  • Anti-Trafficking: 1818 (anonymous crime reporting) / CHS Alternativo

Cuba

  • Police: 106
  • Ambulance: 104

Panama

  • Universal Emergency: 911

Uruguay

  • Universal Emergency: 911

North America

Canada

  • Universal Emergency: 911

Oceania

Australia

  • Police / Ambulance / Fire: 000
  • Non-Emergency Police: 131 444
  • Anti-Trafficking: Australian Federal Police — 131 237
  • Sexual Assault Hotline: 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732)

New Zealand

  • Police / Ambulance / Fire: 111
  • Non-Emergency Police: 105
  • Anti-Trafficking: NZ Police — 105 or Crimestoppers 0800 555 111
  • Sexual Assault Support: Safe to Talk — 0800 044 334

Africa

Kenya

  • Police: 999 or 112
  • Ambulance: 999
  • Fire: 999
  • Tourist Helpline: +254 20 271 3498
  • Anti-Trafficking: Awareness Against Human Trafficking (HAART) — +254 20 271 4392

Morocco

  • Police: 19 (urban) / 177 (rural Gendarmerie)
  • Ambulance: 15
  • Fire: 15
  • Tourist Police: Available in Marrakech, Fes, and major tourist cities
  • Anti-Trafficking: INSAF Association — +212 522 25 98 59

Health Emergency Protocol

If you experience a health emergency related to sexual activity while traveling, follow this protocol:

  1. Condom failure or unprotected exposure: Go to the nearest hospital emergency department within 72 hours (ideally within 2 hours) and request PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) for HIV prevention. Also request STI prophylaxis for gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis. In many developing countries, the ER may not know the term "PEP" — ask for "post-exposure antiretroviral treatment."
  2. Suspected drugging: Get to a safe location immediately. Call emergency services. Go to a hospital — request blood and urine tests to identify the substance. Common drugs used (GHB, scopolamine, benzodiazepines) leave the body quickly, so testing must happen within hours.
  3. Sexual assault: Get to safety. Call police and go to a hospital. Do not shower, change clothes, or brush your teeth before the medical exam if possible (forensic evidence). Request PEP, emergency contraception (if applicable), and STI prophylaxis. Contact your embassy.
  4. Allergic reaction: If you experience anaphylaxis (difficulty breathing, swelling, hives) from latex or any substance, call emergency services immediately. If you have an EpiPen, use it.

PEP availability by region: PEP is available in virtually every country, but access varies. In Western Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, any ER can provide it. In Southeast Asia, major city hospitals carry it — ask for the "infectious disease" or "HIV" department. In Latin America, public hospitals in capital cities carry it. In all cases, time is critical — the sooner you start PEP after exposure, the more effective it is.

Before You Travel — Preparation Checklist

  • Save the emergency numbers for your destination country in your phone
  • Save your embassy's local phone number and address
  • Take a photo of your passport and email it to yourself
  • Register with your country's overseas citizen services (e.g., STEP for US citizens)
  • Purchase travel insurance that covers medical emergencies
  • Know the location of the nearest hospital to your hotel
  • Carry a card with your blood type, allergies, and emergency contact written in the local language
  • Share your itinerary and hotel details with a trusted person at home