Emergency numbers in Belgium (2026)

Last reviewed: 7 November 2026

In short: 112 reaches the ambulance service and the fire brigade, and the police emergency number is 101. 1722 is for storm and flood help from the fire brigade, and 1733 is the doctor on duty.

RuleWhat applies
General emergency numberCalling emergency services112 is the emergency number for ambulance and fire brigade, and it works free of charge in all European countries for urgent help. The police have their own emergency number, 101. [1]
PoliceCalling emergency servicesCall 101 for emergency assistance from the police. [1]
AmbulanceCalling emergency servicesCall 112 for emergency assistance from an ambulance. [1]
Fire brigadeCalling emergency servicesCall 112 for emergency assistance from the firefighters. For storm or flood damage that is not an emergency, the site asks people not to call 112 and to use the online form at 1722.be. [1]
Other emergency linesCalling emergency servicesCall 1722 in case of a storm or flooding when you need help from the fire brigade, and 1733 for the doctor on duty. [1]

Notes

  • The official site says 112 should not be called for ordinary storm damage; the online form at 1722.be is preferred.

Sources

  1. Federal Public Service Home Affairs (112.be, sos112): There is always someone on standby to help you in need | 112 (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources

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