Emergency numbers
110 police, 120 ambulance, 119 fire, 122 traffic accidents — free from any phone.
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| Number | For |
|---|---|
| 110 | Police — crime, theft, danger |
| 120 | Ambulance — medical emergency |
| 119 | Fire and rescue |
| 122 | Traffic accidents |
Tap a number on the Emergency page to call.
When you call
- Stay calm and speak slowly.
- Say what happened in simple words: "police", "ambulance", "fire".
- Give your location: the address on your address card, a nearby landmark, or the shop's name. Shop signs and receipts usually show the address.
- If you can, ask someone nearby to speak for you.
Other useful numbers
- 12367 — China Immigration Service Hotline, in Chinese and English, 24 hours. For visa and entry questions, not emergencies.
- Your embassy or consulate in China — for lost passports and serious trouble. Find it through your own government's website or the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.