Emergency numbers in Netherlands (2026)

Last reviewed: 7 November 2026

In short: 112 is the national emergency number for police, fire brigade and ambulance, and it is toll-free. For non-urgent police matters the national number is 0900 8844. Deaf or hard-of-hearing people can reach 112 through the Tolkcontact app, the 112NL app or an e-SMS.

RuleWhat applies
General emergency numberCalling emergency services112 is the national emergency number, for urgent help in life-threatening situations or when you witness a crime. The call is toll-free, and the operator alerts the fire brigade, police or ambulance service as needed. [1]
PoliceCalling emergency servicesCall 112 in an emergency; the operator puts you through to the police. For non-urgent police matters call the national number 0900 8844 (local rates apply). [2]
AmbulanceCalling emergency servicesCall 112 for an ambulance in an emergency. The operator puts you through to the ambulance service in your area. [2]
Fire brigadeCalling emergency servicesCall 112 for the fire brigade in an emergency. For non-urgent matters the number of the nearest fire brigade is on its website. [2]
Other emergency linesCalling emergency servicesPeople who are deaf, hard of hearing or have a speech impairment can reach 112 through the Tolkcontact app, the 112NL app, or by e-SMS to 112 after registering by texting 'aanmelden' to 112 and confirming with 'aanmelden akkoord'. [3]

Notes

  • 0900 8844 is for non-urgent matters only and is charged at local rates.

Sources

  1. Government of the Netherlands (government.nl): Emergency number 112 | Government.nl (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
  2. Government of the Netherlands (government.nl): When can I call 112? | Government.nl (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
  3. Government of the Netherlands (government.nl): How can I use 112 if I’m deaf or hard of hearing or if I have a speech impediment? | Government.nl (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources

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