Important Emergency Information
Iraq has introduced a unified emergency response number: 911. The Iraqi government describes 911 as the unified emergency-response number connecting the relevant emergency and security services. Traditional numbers such as 104 police, 115 fire, and 122 medical are also documented for Iraq and have been incorporated into the unified system.
🚨 Unified Emergency Number in Iraq
Iraq Unified Emergency Response
The unified emergency-response number operated through Iraq's emergency-response system. It is intended to coordinate emergency reports and connect the relevant authorities.
Call 911🚨 Emergency Telephone Numbers in Iraq
🛡️ Security & Public Safety Hotlines
Iraqi National Security Service
Reports involving terrorism, organized crime and cyber-extortion.
131Iraqi National Intelligence Service
Reports concerning terrorist activities and national security.
400Defense Intelligence & Security
Reports involving terrorist groups, organized crime, kidnapping and extortion.
138🏛️ Government & Public Service Hotlines
Electricity – Provinces
Electricity-related inquiries and complaints in Iraqi provinces outside Baghdad.
159Ministry of Labour & Social Affairs
Inquiries and follow-up concerning social protection services.
1018Consumer Voice – Communications & Media
Complaints and inquiries concerning media programs and content.
5555Citizen Complaints – Ministry of Interior
Complaints and inquiries concerning Ministry of Interior services.
5604🏥 Medical & Health Emergencies in Iraq
Ambulance / Medical Emergency
For emergency medical assistance and ambulance services, the internationally documented Iraqi medical emergency number is 122.
122Unified Emergency Response
You can also use Iraq's unified emergency-response number 911 for emergency situations requiring coordinated assistance.
911⚡ Electricity, Water & Local Services
Electricity Complaints
Iraq's Ministry of Electricity provides dedicated channels for electricity-network complaints and service inquiries.
5608Baghdad Water Services
Baghdad water services are handled through the Baghdad Water Department and the Iraqi government's Ur portal. Local water-service procedures can vary by area.
Ur Government Portal✈️ Travel & Government Services
Iraqi Airways
Iraqi Airways customer-service contact listed by the Iraqi government's Ur portal.
5511Ur Government Portal
Iraq's unified electronic government portal for government services, information and official hotlines.
Visit UrNational Emergency System
The 911 system provides a unified point for emergency response coordination in Iraq.
911📋 Quick Reference: Iraq Emergency Numbers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Iraq Emergency Numbers
What is the main emergency number in Iraq?
Iraq now has a unified emergency-response number, 911. The Iraqi government describes it as the unified reference for emergency response coordination.
What is the police number in Iraq?
The traditional Iraqi police emergency number is 104. The Iraqi government's unified emergency system also incorporates this number into the 911 system.
What is the fire department number in Iraq?
The traditional Iraqi fire and civil-defense number is 115. The number is incorporated into the unified 911 emergency-response system.
What is the ambulance number in Iraq?
The nationally documented medical emergency number is 122. Current travel-health guidance also advises calling 122 for an ambulance.
Can tourists and foreigners call Iraqi emergency numbers?
Emergency services are intended for people in Iraq who require assistance. Visitors should provide their exact location, nearby landmark and the nature of the emergency to the operator.
Is 112 the emergency number in Iraq?
Do not assume that the European 112 emergency number is the primary emergency number in Iraq. Use Iraq's current 911 unified emergency system or the applicable Iraqi emergency number such as 104, 115 or 122.
What should I do when calling an emergency number?
Stay calm and clearly state your location, city, district, street, nearest landmark, what happened, how many people require help and any immediate danger such as fire, weapons or explosives.
📞 Save These Numbers Before You Need Them
Emergency situations are stressful. Saving the most important Iraqi emergency numbers on your phone can save valuable time.
911 — Unified Emergency | 104 — Police | 115 — Fire | 122 — Ambulance