Emergency numbers, tourist police, hospitals, scams and safety tips for Copenhagen, Denmark. Every Safety Centre page is pre-cached in the free CityNav app, so these numbers load instantly — even with no signal or roaming data.
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Hospital emergency departments (akutmodtagelse) treat urgent cases, often requiring you to call ahead via the medical helpline first. EU visitors use the EHIC/GHIC; others pay and claim via insurance. Dial 112 for emergencies and the medical helpline 1813 (Capital Region) for urgent advice; pharmacies (apotek) help with minor issues.
Most embassies are in central Copenhagen, particularly Østerbro and Frederiksstaden near the harbour. Search your own country's embassy directory for the exact address.
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| English | Local | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Help! | Hjælp! | yelp |
| Call the police | Ring til politiet | ring til po-lee-TEE-et |
| I need a doctor | Jeg har brug for en læge | yai har broo for en LEH-eh |
| Where is the hospital? | Hvor er hospitalet? | vor air hos-pee-TAH-let |
| I'm lost | Jeg er faret vild | yai air FAH-ret veel |
Dial 112 for police, ambulance and fire. For non-emergency police matters call 114 and for urgent medical advice call 1813.
Copenhagen is very safe at night; just take normal care with valuables around Central Station and busy nightlife areas.
Call 112 if in danger; otherwise report to police on 114 or online to get a report for insurance, and cancel stolen cards immediately.
Yes. Danes generally speak excellent English, so dealing with police and services is easy for visitors.
Last verified: 2026-08-14
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