Emergency
In Croatia, the European standard emergency numbers apply. All are free, available around the clock, and work even without a SIM card or credit.
| Number | Service | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 112 | General Emergency (Europe-wide) | Multilingual, forwarded; when in doubt, always choose 112 |
| 192 | Police (Policija) | Theft, accidents, threats |
| 193 | Fire Department (Vatrogasci) | Also for forest fires — common in summer! |
| 194 | Emergency Medical Services (Hitna pomoć) | Medical emergencies |
| 195 | Maritime Rescue | In emergencies at sea, also coast guard |
| 1987 | HAK (Roadside Assistance) | Car breakdowns, towing service (chargeable) |
At 112, calls are usually answered in Croatian, but the dispatchers often speak English. Clearly state your location (city, street, landmark) and what has happened.
Achtung
Save <strong>112</strong> and your embassy's number as favorites on your phone — every second counts in an emergency. At sea: <strong>VHF Channel 16</strong> is the international emergency channel.