Emergency Numbers in New Zealand
The emergency number in New Zealand is 111. It reaches the police, an ambulance and the fire service.
Emergency numbers
| Number | Reaches |
|---|---|
| 111 | Police, ambulance and fire |
Helplines and non-emergency numbers
- Police non-emergency 105
- Healthline, free health advice 0800 611 116
- Need to talk? Call or text a counsellor 1737
Checked 22 October 2026 against Government of Canada travel advice: New Zealand. Numbers can change; if you live in New Zealand, check with your local authority.
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Emergency numbers in New Zealand: questions and answers
What is the emergency number in New Zealand?
The emergency number in New Zealand is 111. It reaches the police, an ambulance and the fire service.
What is the ambulance number in New Zealand?
For an ambulance in New Zealand, call 111.
What is the police number in New Zealand?
To reach the police in New Zealand, call 111.
What is the fire service number in New Zealand?
For the fire service in New Zealand, call 111.
Does 112 work in New Zealand?
112 is not an emergency number in New Zealand. Call 111 instead, and do not count on 112 being passed on.
Does 911 work in New Zealand?
911 is not an emergency number in New Zealand. Call 111 instead, and do not count on 911 being passed on.
What should I say when I call?
Say where you are first: the address, a landmark or what you can see. Then say what happened, how many people are hurt and whether anyone is in danger. Answer the questions, follow the instructions and stay on the line until the operator says you can hang up.
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