Dubai Emergency & Medical Numbers
Save these numbers now. In any life-threatening emergency in Dubai or across the UAE, call the relevant service below — all lines are free and available 24/7.
Medical emergency
Call 998 for an ambulance
Life-threatening emergencies
Call immediately for any situation that threatens life or safety. These lines are free, nationwide, and answered around the clock.
For any life-threatening medical emergency anywhere in Dubai and the UAE.
24/7Crimes, road accidents with injuries, and any immediate threat to life.
24/7Fires, gas leaks, smoke, or people trapped and in danger.
24/7Marine and water emergencies along the Dubai coastline.
24/7Aeronautical search and rescue and missing persons.
24/7Health & medical helplines
Non-emergency guidance for health questions, medication and poisoning advice, and mental-health support.
General health inquiries, hospital and clinic information, and DHA services (800-DHA).
24/7Advice on poisoning, medication overdose, and chemical or substance exposure.
7am – 11pmConfidential mental-health and crisis support from MOHAP's national helpline.
8am – 8pmNon-emergency & support lines
For non-urgent assistance and public-health guidance that doesn't require an emergency response.
Disclaimer: Dubai Med is an informational directory. The numbers above are provided for convenience and were verified against official UAE Government sources, but services and hours can change. In a real emergency, always dial 998 (ambulance) or 999 (police) first.