Emergency Services Guide in Saudi Arabia

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

• Emergency Number: 997 (universal emergency), 911 (police), 998 (ambulance)

• Ambulance Response: 10-15 minutes urban, 25-40 minutes rural

• Hospital Coverage: Comprehensive public healthcare system with modern facilities

• Trauma Centers: Major centers in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam

• Language Support: Arabic primary, English widely available in emergency services

Universal

997

Police

911

Fire

998

Medical

997

Other Numbers

civil defense: 998

Coast Guard: 996

Urban Areas

~12 min

Rural Areas

~35 min

Response times vary by region, with faster service in major metropolitan areas like Riyadh and Jeddah

System Type: public

Comprehensive public healthcare system with extensive network of hospitals and emergency centers across all provinces

Coverage Rating:8.2/10

Level 1 trauma centers in major metropolitan areas with advanced emergency care capabilities

RiyadhJeddahDammamMecca

Specialized Care:

English Available: Yes

Emergency services in major cities have English-speaking operators

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