UAE Search and Rescue
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Area
Waters of United Arab Emirates, approximately. See it on the rescue map →
Source
u.ae · authority: use the public emergency number · checked 2026-10-14
u.ae/en/information-and-services/justice-safety-and-the-law/Safety/handling-emergencies (updated 01 Oct 2026; checked 2026-10-14) — “999 for Police … 996 for Coastguard 995 for Find and Rescue”; “If you are in Abu Dhabi, call National Guard on 996. … If you are in other emirates, call the police on 999.”; Dubai Maritime Authority Boating Safety Guide: “999 / Police Operations in Dubai. • 996 / Coast Guard Operations”
Frequently asked
What is the phone number of UAE Search and Rescue?
Call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
Which waters does UAE Search and Rescue cover?
The waters of United Arab Emirates drawn on the VesselSOS rescue map (approximate). The VesselSOS app picks the responsible centre from your GPS position.
Neighbouring rescue centres
United Arab Emirates: all rescue numbers → Print an emergency card →
VesselSOS is not a rescue service. This page repeats the number the authority publishes; numbers change — see the change log. Are you this centre? How we publish your number.