Amman, Jordan
Emergency contacts in Amman
3 emergency services in Amman you may need as a traveller — tourist police, ambulance, fire brigade and more. Save these before you go out.
Last updated 2026-08-09
1. Tourist Police
Dedicated tourist police. English-speaking officers.
- Service: Tourist Police
- Number: 196
- When to call: Posted at Petra, Jerash, Wadi Rum, Aqaba and Amman tourist sites.
2. Police
General police emergency. Covers all areas of Jordan.
- Service: Police
- Number: 911
3. Ambulance
Emergency medical services — same number as police.
- Service: Medical
- Number: 911
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