Istanbul, Turkey
Emergency contacts in Istanbul
5 emergency services in Istanbul you may need as a traveller — tourist police, ambulance, fire brigade and more. Save these before you go out.
Last updated 2026-08-08
1. Tourist Police
Dedicated tourist police. English-speaking officers in tourist areas.
- Service: Tourist Police
- Number: 157
- When to call: Present in Istanbul, Antalya, Bodrum, Cappadocia and major archaeological sites.
2. Police (Emniyet)
Turkish national police emergency.
- Service: Police
- Number: 155
3. Ambulance (112 Acil)
Emergency ambulance and medical services.
- Service: Medical
- Number: 112
4. Fire Brigade (Itfaiye)
Fire and rescue services.
- Service: Fire
- Number: 110
5. Coast Guard
Maritime emergencies along Turkish coasts and in the Aegean.
- Service: Maritime
- Number: 158
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