What are the emergency phone numbers in Vietnam?
No one wants to use emergency numbers while traveling. But saving them now takes 30 seconds—and it gives you a calmer brain if something happens. Here are the numbers you should store in your phone before you head out.
Core emergency numbers in Vietnam
- 113: Police
- 114: Fire and rescue
- 115: Medical emergency (ambulance)
Important update: hotline 112 (launched in 2025)
Vietnamese media report that Vietnam launched a nationwide hotline 112 to receive information about incidents, disasters, and assistance requests. The hotline is connected with existing services: 113, 114, and 115.
What to say when you call
In real emergencies, the most important detail is location. Start with where you are (address/landmark), then explain what happened, how many people are involved, and what you need. If possible, share your map location.
Hotel travelers: reception is often fastest
If you’re staying at a hotel, calling reception can be the quickest route. Staff know the exact address and can help with language or routing to the right service.
12 tips for emergencies in Vietnam
- Tip 1: Save 113/114/115 and 112 in your phone.
- Tip 2: Save your hotel address in Vietnamese.
- Tip 3: Enable location sharing if needed.
- Tip 4: Say your location first.
- Tip 5: Stay calm; speak clearly.
- Tip 6: State key symptoms for medical issues.
- Tip 7: Move away from danger in fire situations.
- Tip 8: Prioritize personal safety in theft situations.
- Tip 9: Ask hotel staff to assist/translate.
- Tip 10: Document details once safe.
- Tip 11: Contact insurer hotline if covered.
- Tip 12: Keep time flexibility—rushing increases risk.
(Note 1) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
(Note 2) On business trips, choose options that reduce decisions when you’re tired (water, payment, transport).
(Note 3) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
(Note 4) On business trips, choose options that reduce decisions when you’re tired (water, payment, transport).
(Note 5) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
(Note 6) On business trips, choose options that reduce decisions when you’re tired (water, payment, transport).
(Note 7) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
(Note 8) On business trips, choose options that reduce decisions when you’re tired (water, payment, transport).
(Note 9) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
(Note 10) On business trips, choose options that reduce decisions when you’re tired (water, payment, transport).
(Note 11) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
(Note 12) On business trips, choose options that reduce decisions when you’re tired (water, payment, transport).
(Note 13) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
(Note 14) On business trips, choose options that reduce decisions when you’re tired (water, payment, transport).
(Note 15) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
(Note 16) On business trips, choose options that reduce decisions when you’re tired (water, payment, transport).
(Note 17) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
(Note 18) On business trips, choose options that reduce decisions when you’re tired (water, payment, transport).
(Note 19) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
(Note 20) On business trips, choose options that reduce decisions when you’re tired (water, payment, transport).
(Note 21) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
(Note 22) On business trips, choose options that reduce decisions when you’re tired (water, payment, transport).
(Note 23) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
(Note 24) On business trips, choose options that reduce decisions when you’re tired (water, payment, transport).
(Note 25) For health and safety topics, a few small habits prevent most problems.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What are the basic emergency numbers in Vietnam?
113 (police), 114 (fire/rescue), 115 (ambulance).
Is there a nationwide general emergency hotline?
Yes. In 2025, Vietnam launched hotline 112 for incidents/disasters and connected it with 113/114/115.
What is 112 used for?
Reporting incidents, disasters, risks, and requests for assistance; information is routed to relevant authorities.
What should I say when calling?
Start with your location, then describe what happened, number of people involved, and what help you need.
If I’m staying at a hotel, what’s the best move?
Contact reception—staff can call the right service and provide the address clearly.
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