China Emergency: 110 (Police), 120 (Ambulance), 119 (Fire) β 2026 Guide
Chinaβs emergency numbers are 110 (Police), 120 (Ambulance), 119 (Fire), and 122 (Traffic). Unlike most countries, there is no single 911-style number β you call the specific service you need. Save these before you land. All four work from any phone without a SIM card.
National Emergency Numbers
Select a city for local resources
- U.S. Embassy Beijing (Main switchboard) +86-10-8531-3000 55 An Jia Lou Road, Chaoyang District
- U.S. Embassy Beijing (After-hours emergency) +86-10-8531-4000 24-hour emergency line
- Korean Embassy Beijing +86-10-8531-0700 20 Dongfang East Road, Chaoyang District
- Japanese Embassy Beijing +86-10-8531-9800 1 Liangmaqiao East Street, Chaoyang District
- British Embassy Beijing +86-10-5192-4000 11 Guanghua Road, Chaoyang District
- Australian Embassy Beijing +86-10-5140-4111 21 Dongzhimenwai Street, Chaoyang District
- Beijing United Family Hospital (24h Emergency: 59277120) +86-10-5927-7000 24h hotline: 4008-919191. Emergency: 59277120
- Peking University International Hospital +86-10-6900-6666
Emergency FAQ β Quick Answers
What is the emergency number in China?
Police: 110. Ambulance: 120. Fire: 119. Traffic accident: 122. All numbers work from any phone without a SIM card or credit.
Do emergency operators speak English?
Not reliably. Say your location and situation in simple English, and they may connect you to an English speaker. Save your embassy's emergency number as backup.
What should I do if I lose my passport?
1) File a police report immediately (get a ζ₯ζ‘θ―ζ) 2) Contact your embassy or consulate 3) Apply for an emergency travel document. The process typically takes 2-3 days.
Which hospitals in China accept foreigners?
Major cities have international hospitals β Beijing United Family, Shanghai Parkway Health, Guangzhou CanAm. Public hospitals accept walk-ins but English service is limited. Your embassy can recommend hospitals.