Last updated: March 21, 2026 — This is a comprehensive reference of every critical phone number, website, and contact point you may need as an expat in Abu Dhabi during the current crisis. Save this page to your phone — you may need it when internet access is unreliable.
UAE Emergency Services
Police: 999
Ambulance: 998
Fire: 997
Coast Guard: 996
Abu Dhabi Police general line: 02-446-1461
NCEMA (National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority): Follow @ABORNCEMA on X/Twitter for real-time updates. The NCEMA is coordinating the national emergency response and is the most authoritative source for shelter-in-place advisories and safety instructions.
Embassy and Consular Contacts
United States: The U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi and Consulate General in Dubai are currently closed for in-person services. For emergency assistance, call +1-202-501-4444 (from abroad) or +1-888-407-4747 (from the U.S. and Canada), available 24 hours. Complete the Crisis Intake Form at the U.S. Embassy website to register for evacuation assistance. Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at step.state.gov.
United Kingdom: FCDO Emergency Number: +44 1908 516666 (24 hours). Register for travel advice alerts at gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/united-arab-emirates. Charter evacuation flights are being organized through Muscat, Oman.
Australia: Consular Emergency Centre: +61 2 6261 3305 (24 hours). Register at smartraveller.gov.au for updates. Australian Embassy Abu Dhabi may have limited in-person services — call before visiting.
Canada: Emergency Watch and Response Centre: +1 613 996 8885 (24 hours, collect calls accepted). Register at travel.gc.ca/travelling/registration. Monitor the Travel Advice page for UAE.
India: Embassy of India, Abu Dhabi: +971-2-449-2700. Emergency helpline: +971-56-546-8518. Indian Citizens Welfare Fund provides emergency financial assistance to distressed Indian nationals abroad.
Philippines: Philippine Embassy Abu Dhabi: +971-2-418-8888. POLO-OWWA Abu Dhabi: +971-2-418-8831. DFA 24/7 Assistance-to-Nationals hotline: +63-2-8834-4000.
Airlines and Travel
Etihad Airways: +971-600-508-555 (UAE) or through the Etihad app. Currently operating limited flights from Abu Dhabi.
Emirates: +971-600-555-555 (UAE). Reduced schedule from Dubai.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi: Services suspended until at least September 2026. Visit wizzair.com for refund and rebooking information.
Lufthansa Group: Services suspended until at least March 28. Call +49-69-86-799-799 for rebooking.
Abu Dhabi International Airport information: +971-2-505-5555
Medical and Health Services
Abu Dhabi Health Services (SEHA) helpline: 800-50
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi: +971-2-501-9000
Sheikh Khalifa Medical City: +971-2-819-0000
Burjeel Hospital Abu Dhabi: +971-2-508-5555
Mental health support — Estijaba helpline: 8001111 (free, confidential)
Financial and Legal Assistance
UAE Central Bank consumer helpline: 800-CBUAE (22823)
MOHRE (Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation): 600-590-000 — for employment disputes and labor rights questions
Abu Dhabi Judicial Department: 800-555 — for legal queries
GDRFA (General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs): 800-5111 — for visa extensions and immigration questions
Border Crossing and Overland Travel
Hatta border crossing (UAE-Oman): Open 24/7. Expect extended wait times. Bring passport, UAE exit documentation, and Oman visa (or check e-visa eligibility at evisa.rop.gov.om).
Oman Royal Police (border inquiries): +968 2456-0099
Muscat International Airport: +968 2435-3333
Community and Support Resources
Abu Dhabi Community Facebook Groups: Search for “Abu Dhabi Expats” and “Expats in Abu Dhabi” on Facebook for mutual aid, ride-sharing to the border, and real-time information.
InterNations Abu Dhabi: internations.org — expat networking and support community
Red Crescent UAE: 800-733 — humanitarian aid and disaster relief
Salvation Army UAE: Available for emergency shelter and food assistance
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