Emergency Phone Numbers in Uruguay
Uruguay uses a centralized 911 system, similar to the United States.
Call 911 from a Uruguayan phone number.
Police: 911
Medical Emergency / Ambulance: 911
or your Ambulance provider’s number if you have purchased ambulance coverage through your mutualista
Fire Department: 911
When calling, be ready to provide:
- Your exact address or nearby landmark
- Your name
- Description of the emergency
- Phone number where you can be reached
If you are alone, let the dispatcher know
Emergency Phrases in Spanish
Most emergency responders speak Spanish. While some may understand basic English, do not rely on it. It may help to memorize a few phrases:
“Necesito una ambulancia.” (I need an ambulance.)
“Hay un incendio.” (There is a fire.)
“Necesito la policía.” (I need the police.)
“La dirección es…” (The address is…)
Emergency Reference Sheet
Consider creating a one-page emergency sheet and place one near your door and keep a digital copy saved in your phone. Include:
- Your name
- Your address
- Closest cross street
- Phone number
- Cedula number
- Health provider
- Medications
- Emergency contacts (in your home country and Uruguay)
Documents to Keep Accessible In Case of an Emergency
In an emergency, it helps to have:
- Passport or cédula
- Health insurance card
- List of medications
- Emergency contact information
- Blood type (if known)
Emergency Care in Piriápolis
ASSE in Piriápolis
Anyone physically present in Uruguay can receive emergency care at a public hospital or clinic under ASSE (Administración de los Servicios de Salud del Estado)
Policlínica ASSE
Open 24 hours
Phone: 44322648
Address: Simón del Pino 9000, 20200 Piriápolis, Departamento de Maldonado, Uruguay
Private Ambulance Service
If you have purchased ambulance coverage through your mutualista, you can call them directly to come to you.
- Let them know if you are alone and/or do not speak Spanish well.
Police Station in Piriápolis
Address: 4PQC+RQ7, 20200 Piriápolis, Departamento de Maldonado, Uruguay
Phone: 20305242