Emergency numbers in Sweden (2026)
Last reviewed: 7 November 2026
In short: 112 is the number for emergencies, whether illness, crime or fire. Non-urgent police matters go to 114 14, and 1177 gives healthcare advice.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| General emergency numberCalling emergency services | 112 is the number to call in emergencies such as acute illness, an ongoing crime or a fire. Through 112 you also reach air rescue, sea rescue, mountain rescue, the on-call priest and the Poisons Information Centre. Use 112 only in emergencies. [1] |
| PoliceCalling emergency services | For an ongoing crime, call 112. For police matters that are not urgent, such as giving a tip or reporting a crime that is not in progress, call 114 14. [1] |
| AmbulanceCalling emergency services | For acute illness, call 112. [1] |
| Fire brigadeCalling emergency services | For a fire, call 112. [1] |
| Other emergency linesCalling emergency services | 1177 gives healthcare advice from a nurse when it is not urgent. 113 13 gives information about major accidents and crises. 114 14 is the police number for non-urgent matters. [1] |
Notes
- The Krisinformation page lists no separate number for ambulance, fire or police emergencies: all go through 112.
Sources
- Krisinformation.se (Myndigheten för civilt försvar): Viktiga telefonnummer - Krisinformation.se (consulted 7 November 2026) · all sources
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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.