Hopefully, you won’t need it, but if there’s an emergency in Spain, read on find out what numbers to use.
In Spain, the main number for all emergencies is 112. This covers medical issues, accidents, fires, life-threatening situations, and more.
Using 112 has some advantages:
- It works anywhere in Spain.
- Calls are free from landlines and mobile phones.
- You can call even if your phone is locked, has no SIM card, or has no mobile signal.
- You don’t need to dial any national prefixes, even if your phone is from another country.
There are also other numbers for specific emergencies:
- 091 – Police
- 061 – Health emergencies
- 080 – Firefighters
- 092 – Local police
For extra safety, you can download the ALERTCOPS app. It provides an SOS button, sends location-based safety alerts, and allows discreet contact with the Spanish Police or Civil Guard if you witness or experience a crime.
The app works throughout Spain, except in the Basque Country and Catalonia.
