Healthcare
Dominican Republic — Healthcare: Emergency Services
Emergency service numbers for Dominican Republic, as published by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (travel advice last updated 2026-08-07): Telephone: 911 (ambulance, fire, police); The 911 emergency number does not have full coverage across the country. If you’re outside Santo Domingo, you can telephone the tourist police in an emergency: +1 809 200 3500..
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceUK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office — Dominican Republic travel adviceLast reviewed: 2026-10-17
Key facts
- Telephone: 911 (ambulance, fire, police)
- The 911 emergency number does not have full coverage across the country. If you’re outside Santo Domingo, you can telephone the tourist police in an emergency: +1 809 200 3500.
- Emergency medical number: Call 911 and ask for an ambulance if you’re in Santo Domingo.
Steps
- Finding the Current Emergency Numbers — Verify the current emergency numbers through official government websites or local authorities before relocation.
- Understanding the Availability of Services — Be aware that the effectiveness of emergency services may be uncertain and not well-documented.
Costs
- Calling Emergency Services: free
Timelines
- Accessing Emergency Services: unknown
Common mistakes
- Assuming the 911 service is widely available and effective without verifying the current information.
AI confidence note (remove before publishing)
The information on emergency numbers and services in the Dominican Republic is limited and uncertain, relying on general knowledge and unverified sources. Further research is necessary to provide more accurate information.