Israel (IL)
Start-Up Nation with world-class tech ecosystem, rich ancient history, stunning Mediterranean beaches, and a vibrant expat and immigrant community.
Capital: Jerusalem
Region: Middle East
Language: Hebrew
Currency: ILS (₪)
Cost of living: Expensive (index 72)
Emergency: 100
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Emergency Numbers
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General Emergency
100
Police
100
Fire Brigade
102
Ambulance
101
Poison Control
1202 (also national women's crisis line; poison: ask operator)
Mental Health
ERAN: 1201 (Hebrew, 24/7, free). English: 1800-120-1240
Domestic Violence
1202 (women's crisis and domestic violence, 24/7)
Child Protection
1212 (national child protection hotline)
Road Assistance
Shagrir: *3133. Memsi: 03-9003900. Or via your insurance company.
How to call emergency services in Israel
For police (100), ambulance (101), fire (102): state your location clearly in Hebrew or English. Operators speak Hebrew and often English. For Magen David Adom (ambulance/MDA): 101. All emergency numbers are free from any phone.