Emergency Services Guide · VanuatuEmergency Services Guide in Vanuatu
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers
• Emergency Number: 112 (universal)
• Ambulance Response: 15-30 minutes depending on island location
• Hospital Coverage: Limited public healthcare system with few medical facilities
• Trauma Centers: Basic emergency care in Port Vila and Luganville hospitals
• Language Support: English and Bislama widely spoken in emergency services
Emergency Numbers
Universal
112
Police
112
Fire
112
Medical
112
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~15 min
Rural Areas
~30 min
Response times vary significantly due to Vanuatu's archipelagic geography and limited infrastructure
Hospital System
Limited public healthcare system with minimal medical infrastructure, concentrated in Port Vila and Luganville
Major Trauma Centers
Basic emergency care facilities with limited specialized trauma services
Language Support
Emergency services operate in English and Bislama, with basic communication capabilities
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