Emergency Help
Essential emergency contacts, safety information, and help resources for travelers in China. Stay safe and know who to call when you need assistance.
Life-Threatening Emergency?
Police Emergency
Report crimes, accidents, or request police assistance
Medical Emergency / Ambulance
Medical emergencies, ambulance services, hospital information
Fire Department
Fire emergencies, rescue operations, hazardous situations
Emergency Services
Detailed information about emergency services and what to expect when calling for help
Police Emergency
Report crimes, accidents, or request police assistance
Fire Department
Fire emergencies, rescue operations, hazardous situations
Embassy & Consulate Services
Contact your embassy or consulate for passport issues, legal assistance, and citizen services
U.S. Embassy Beijing
British Embassy Beijing
Embassy of Japan in China
German Embassy Beijing
Embassy of France in China
Additional Emergency Services
Other important contacts and services for various emergency situations
National Tourism Service Hotline
Tourism complaints, assistance, and information services
Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Consular Protection
Overseas Chinese citizens emergency assistance
Beijing Foreign Affairs Hotline
Foreign visitor assistance in Beijing
Shanghai Call Center
Foreign visitor assistance in Shanghai
Guangzhou Foreign Affairs Office
Foreign visitor assistance in Guangzhou
Emergency Preparedness Tips
Essential preparation and response strategies for emergency situations
Stay Prepared
Keep emergency contacts saved in your phone. Learn basic Chinese emergency phrases. Always carry identification and important documents.
Know Who to Call
Emergency services: 110 (Police), 120 (Medical), 119 (Fire). Contact your embassy for serious issues. Tourist hotlines available in major cities.
Location Awareness
Know your location at all times. Use translation apps to communicate your needs. Find the nearest hospital or police station when you arrive in a new city.