Malta flagEmergency Services Guide

Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers in Malta

• Emergency Number: 112 (universal EU standard)

• Ambulance Response: 8-12 minutes urban, 15-25 minutes rural

• Hospital Coverage: Public healthcare system with comprehensive emergency services

• Trauma Centers: Main hospitals in Valletta and Birkirkara

• Language Support: English widely spoken, official emergency services bilingual

Emergency Numbers

Universal

112

Police

119

Fire

114

Medical

112

Other Numbers

Coast Guard: 179
civil protection: 21 238 2218

Response Times

Urban Areas

~10 min

Rural Areas

~20 min

Response times vary by location, with faster service in urban areas like Valletta and slower times in rural regions

Hospital System

System Type: public

Comprehensive public healthcare system with multiple hospitals and emergency departments across Malta

Coverage Rating:8.2/10

Major Trauma Centers

Primary trauma care concentrated in major hospitals with advanced emergency facilities

VallettaBirkirkaraMosta

Specialized Care:

  • Cardiac care
  • Stroke treatment
  • Intensive care units

Language Support

English Available: Yes

Emergency services fully operational in English, with bilingual staff in most hospitals