IRELAND · CALL SIGN “MALIN HEAD COAST GUARD”

MRSC Malin Head

Last verified: 10 October 2026

EMERGENCY

Call 112

Call 112 / 999 and ask for the Coast Guard. Second 24-hour line (MRSC Malin Head): +353 74 937 0103. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF 16 · DSC 70.

Area

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

Source

gov.ie · authority: use the public emergency number · checked 2026-10-10
gov.ie/en/department-of-transport/organisation-information/irish-coast-guard-contact-information/ (checked 2026-10-10) — “In an emergency, dial 112/999 and ask for the Coast Guard.”

Frequently asked

What is the phone number of MRSC Malin Head?

Call 112 / 999 and ask for the Coast Guard. Second 24-hour line (MRSC Malin Head): +353 74 937 0103.

What is the radio call sign of MRSC Malin Head?

“Malin Head Coast Guard”. Distress calls go on VHF channel 16 (MAYDAY) or as a DSC distress alert on channel 70.

Which waters does MRSC Malin Head cover?

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

Neighbouring rescue centres

Belfast Coastguard 72 nm MRCC Dublin 128 nm Holyhead Coastguard 156 nm Stornoway Coastguard 173 nm Aberdeen Coastguard 205 nm MRSC Valentia 231 nm

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