Safety, Security, Crime & Emergency Numbers

Due to its incredibly low crime rate and few natural disasters or dangers, the United Arab Emirates has been designated by the international travel industry as the world’s safest holiday destination and one of the safest places in the world to visit. However, should you need them, emergency numbers are listed below.

General Emergency Numbers

• Medical Departtment – 998 or 999
• Fire Department – 997
• Police Department – 999
• General Coastguard – 04 345 0520
• East Coast Coastguard – 09 238 0380
• Helicopter Service – 04 282 1111

• Abu Dhabi – 02 446 1461
• Dubai – 04 229 2222
• Sharjah – 06 563 1111
• Ajman – 06 743 6000
• Umm al-Quwain – 06 565 6662
• Ras al-Khaimah – 07 233 3888
• Fujairah – 09 237 0000