SPAIN · CALL SIGN “BILBAO SALVAMENTO”

MRCC Bilbao

Last verified: 10 October 2026

EMERGENCY

Call 112

Call 112 and ask for Salvamento Marítimo. Local short number: 900 202 202. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF 16 · DSC 70.

Area

Waters of Spain, approximately. See it on the rescue map →

Source

salvamentomaritimo.es · authority: use the public emergency number · checked 2026-10-10
salvamentomaritimo.es/mejora-tu-seguridad/actuar-en-emergencias/llamadas-de-socorro (checked 2026-10-10) — “Avisar a los Centros a través del teléfono de emergencias 112 o 900 202 202”

Frequently asked

What is the phone number of MRCC Bilbao?

Call 112 and ask for Salvamento Marítimo. Local short number: 900 202 202.

What is the radio call sign of MRCC Bilbao?

“Bilbao Salvamento”. Distress calls go on VHF channel 16 (MAYDAY) or as a DSC distress alert on channel 70.

Which waters does MRCC Bilbao cover?

The waters of Spain drawn on the VesselSOS rescue map (approximate). The VesselSOS app picks the responsible centre from your GPS position.

Neighbouring rescue centres

MRCC Gijón 117 nm CROSS Étel 259 nm MRCC Barcelona 260 nm MRCC Finisterre 264 nm MRCC Valencia 264 nm CROSS Corsen 313 nm

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