Emergency numbers and services in Monaco

Emergency contacts at a glance

If you are in immediate danger or witnessing an emergency in Monaco, call one of the following numbers:

All three emergency numbers (112, 17 and 18) are free and can be dialled from any phone.

How emergency services work

Monaco's emergency services are compact, highly responsive and well equipped. Given the Principality's small size, response times are typically very short.

• Police (Surete Publique): handles all police matters including crime, accidents and public safety. Monaco has one of the highest police-to-population ratios in the world, and officers are present throughout the territory. Dial 17 or visit the police headquarters on Rue Suffren Raymond.

• Sapeurs-Pompiers (Fire and Rescue): respond to fires, medical emergencies and road accidents. In Monaco, the fire service also provides the primary emergency ambulance service. Dial 18 for any medical emergency requiring urgent intervention.

• CHPG Emergency Department: the hospital's accident and emergency department is open around the clock. For non-life-threatening medical issues that still require urgent attention, you can go directly to the CHPG.

Other useful numbers

Beyond the main emergency lines, these contacts can be helpful:

Practical advice

• Save the key numbers in your phone before you need them
• When calling, clearly state your location (street name, building, floor) and the nature of the emergency
• Monaco uses the French-style numbering system; if calling from a non-Monegasque mobile, use the international prefix +377
• For non-urgent police matters, visit the Surete Publique in person or use the online portal at service-public-particuliers.gouv.mc