Saudi Arabia (SA)
Saudi Arabia is the largest country in the Middle East and the world's leading oil producer — a rapidly transforming absolute monarchy embarking on an ambitious Vision 2030 diversification agenda that has already delivered entertainment venues, mixed-gender events, a booming tourism sector, and the Riyadh Metro.
Capital: Riyadh
Region: Middle East
Language: Arabic
Currency: SAR (ر.س)
Cost of living: Moderate (index 60)
Emergency: 911
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Emergency Numbers
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General Emergency
911
Police
911
Fire Brigade
911
Ambulance
911
Poison Control
+966 11 288 9999 (King Fahad Medical City)
Mental Health
920033360 (Saudi Mental Health Association helpline)
Domestic Violence
1919 (National Family Safety Program hotline)
Child Protection
1919 (Child protection and abuse reporting)
Road Assistance
NAJM: 920000560 for non-injury traffic accidents. Saudi Red Crescent Ambulance: 911.
How to call emergency services in Saudi Arabia
Call 911 from any phone including without SIM. State your location, emergency type, and language needed. English-speaking operators are available. For traffic accidents without injuries, call Najm (920000560) — do not call 911 for minor accidents.