Healthcare
Austria — Healthcare: Emergency Services
Emergency service numbers for Austria, as published by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (travel advice last updated 2026-08-11): Ambulance or rescue: 144; Fire: 122; Police: 133; European emergency number: 112; You can also download the 112 Where Are U app , the European emergency number app..
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceUK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office — Austria travel adviceLast reviewed: 2026-10-18
Why this matters
Understanding emergency numbers and procedures can be crucial in a healthcare crisis.
Key facts
- Ambulance or rescue: 144
- Fire: 122
- Police: 133
- European emergency number: 112
- You can also download the 112 Where Are U app , the European emergency number app.
- Emergency medical number: Dial 112 and ask for an ambulance.
Steps
- Finding Emergency Services — Dial 112 for urgent medical help or other emergencies. If you are familiar with German or Austrian dialects, you can also try dialing the local emergency number 144 for police emergencies or 122 for fire department emergencies. However, 112 is the recommended and universally recognized number for emergency services in Austria.
Costs
- Emergency Services: free
Timelines
- Response Time: typically within minutes to an hour
Common mistakes
- Confusing 112 with other emergency numbers, such as the local 144 or 122.
AI confidence note (remove before publishing)
These facts are based on general knowledge of EU emergency services and Austrian emergency numbers. While 112 is widely recognized and used, more specific information on procedures and protocols for foreigners may be difficult to find without localized sources.