112NL: The official emergency app for faster, precise help in the Netherlands

Connect instantly with police, fire, and ambulance services. Automatically share your exact GPS location and use real-time chat to get life-saving assistance even when you cannot speak or hear.

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Publisher

Politie Nederland

Safety at a Glance

Discover the interface used by 515K+ users.

Onboarding screen of the 112NL app showing illustrations of a police car, fire truck, and ambulance with the text When every second counts.

Screenshot of the 112NL app interface showing GPS location coordinates and direct buttons to call police fire brigade or ambulance services

112NL emergency app interface for indicating hearing or speech impairments to enable chat services

A smartphone interface showing a real-time emergency chat between a user and the 112 control room in the Netherlands.

Screenshot of the 112NL app showing a multilingual chat interface between a user and emergency services with translations in Dutch and English.

Emergency Help, Faster and Smarter

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 515K+ users.

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Instant GPS Precision

Skip the stress of describing your location. Your exact coordinates are automatically sent to rescuers so they can find you even in unfamiliar areas.

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Multilingual Chat Support

Ideal for expats and those with hearing or speech impairments. Start a chat with the control room if you cannot speak or if there is a language barrier.

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Tailored Assistance

Specify your needs (Police, Fire, or Ambulance) with one tap to ensure the right response team receives your profile and data immediately.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 515K+ people who love this app.

"As an expat living in Utrecht, my biggest fear was an emergency where I couldn't explain my location in Dutch. When I witnessed a car accident, the 112NL app automatically sent my exact GPS coordinates to the control room. The ability to use the chat feature in English helped me stay calm and provide clear information to the police instantly."

Sarah Jenkins

"Being hard of hearing makes traditional phone calls very difficult, especially in high-stress situations. This app is a life-saver for the deaf community. I can indicate my hearing impairment in the settings, and the emergency room can start a chat conversation with me immediately. It provides a level of safety and accessibility that didn't exist before."

Mark de Vries

About the app

Everything you need to know about 112NL.

Description

112NL is the official app of the Dutch emergency services police, fire brigade, ambulance and Koninklijke Marechaussee. From now on you can also call 112 via 112NL in an emergency situation. If you call 112 with 112NL, you send extra data to the control room. This allows the emergency room to help you faster and better. For example, you can indicate in 112NL who you want to speak to (police, fire brigade or ambulance) and whether you cannot speak or hear properly. If the contact with you by telephone does not go well, the control room can start a chat conversation via 112NL. For example, if you have difficulty speaking or hearing, or if you do not speak Dutch or English well. In addition, your phone automatically shares your location with the control room. Do you have questions and / or comments about this app? Use the website below to submit your questions or comments.

Latest Version

2.1.0

Size

35.4 MB

First Released

Jan 17, 2022

Your Lifeline in Every Pocket. Be Prepared for the Unexpected.

Join over 500,000 residents and expats who trust 112NL for faster emergency response. Download the official Dutch emergency app today to ensure your location is always known and help is just a tap away, even when words aren't enough.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about 112NL

What is the 112NL app?

112NL is the official app for Dutch emergency services, including police, fire brigade, ambulance, and Koninklijke Marechaussee. It allows users to call 112 and send additional data during emergencies.

How does 112NL help in an emergency?

The 112NL app sends extra data to the control room. Users can specify the required service (police, fire, or ambulance) and indicate communication difficulties, helping the emergency room respond faster and better.

Does 112NL share my location with emergency services?

Yes, the 112NL app automatically shares your phone's location with the control room when you use it. This feature assists emergency services in quickly locating you during an incident.

Can I use 112NL if I cannot speak or hear?

Yes, 112NL supports users with hearing or speaking difficulties. You can indicate this in the app, and the control room can initiate a chat conversation for effective communication during an emergency.

Does 112NL support chat communication with emergency services?

Yes, the 112NL app supports real-time chat communication. If telephone contact is difficult, the control room can start a chat conversation via the app to assist users, including those with language barriers.

Which emergency services are available through the 112NL app?

The 112NL app connects users to the police, fire brigade, and ambulance services. It serves as the official digital access point for these primary Dutch emergency responders.

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