Ireland Emergency
No one wants to think about it, but emergencies happen while you travel, even in a country as safe as Ireland.
Therefore, it’s important to inform yourself about certain options in case of an emergency while you travel in Ireland.
Get informed about all relevant numbers and policies that are available to you. Traveling in Ireland is a lot of fun, but only when you are prepared for the unthinkable.
Get acquainted with the main emergency numbers before traveling to Ireland.
Most are listed below.
Be sure to write or print these numbers before you travel to Ireland, and not when you get to Ireland, because who knows when an emergency can happen.
For a Police emergency when in Ireland: Dial 112 or 999 (ask for Police)
For an EMS and Ambulance emergency when you travel to Ireland: Dial 112 or 999. (say ambulance)
For a Fire and Rescue emergency when you travel to Ireland: Dial 112 or 999 (ask for fire rescue)
Marine and Coastal Emergencies in Ireland: Dial 112 or 999 (ask for Marine emergency)
Mountain Rescue in Ireland: Dial 112 or 999 (ask for Mountain rescue)
Other Emergency Numbers when you travel to Ireland:
Irish Alcoholics Anonymous (Dublin) - 01 453 8998
AWARE Depression Support - 01 676 6166
Irish Tourist Assistance Service - 01 478 5295
Rape Crisis Centre - 1800 778 888 or 1800 212 122
Embassies when you travel to Ireland
United States Embassy - 01 668 8777
Canadian Embassy - 01 417 4100
With these numbers you will get all the assistance you need in case of emergency in Ireland.
That being said; travel smart!
The best way to avoid needing to use these numbers is to be a smart traveler in Ireland.