Emergency numbers in Finland (2026)
Last reviewed: 7 November 2026
In short: 112 is the emergency number for ambulance, fire and police, free from any phone. The Poison Information Centre gives advice around the clock on (09) 471 977.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| General emergency numberCalling emergency services | The emergency number (hätänumero) in Finland is 112, for emergencies where life, health, property or the environment is in danger. It can be called free of charge from any phone without an area code, and it works in all EU countries. [1] |
| PoliceCalling emergency services | Call 112 if you need police assistance quickly. For permits, vehicle regulations or the progress of an old investigation, contact the police at their own numbers during office hours. [1] |
| AmbulanceCalling emergency services | Call 112 if someone needs an ambulance. An Emergency Response Centre operator answers and alerts the appropriate units. [1] |
| Fire brigadeCalling emergency services | Call 112 if there is a fire. [1] |
| Other emergency linesCalling emergency services | If you suspect that someone has ingested poison, the Poison Information Centre (Myrkytystietokeskus) gives advice 24 hours a day on (09) 471 977. [1] |
Notes
- The official Emergency Response Centre and police websites could not be read, so this rule rests on the InfoFinland information service.
Sources
- InfoFinland (City of Helsinki, national information service for people moving to Finland): InfoFinland - Emergencies (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
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