Emergency Numbers
| Service | Number |
|---|---|
| Police | 122 |
| Ambulance | 123 |
| Fire Department | 180 |
| Tourist Police | 126 |
| German Embassy Cairo | +20 2 2728 2000 |
| Austrian Embassy Cairo | +20 2 2346 0036 |
| Swiss Embassy Cairo | +20 2 2575 8284 |
The Tourist Police (126) is specifically responsible for tourists and present in all tourist areas. They often speak English and are the best first point of contact for problems (theft, fraud, harassment).