What is the emergency number in Amman?

The emergency number in Amman, as everywhere in Jordan, is 911. The government's Essential Contact Numbers page also lists 193 for the ambulance, 191 for police and 199 for civil defence. If you are unsure, dial 911.

Is there a 24-hour emergency clinic in Amman?

Yes. Emergency Plus on Muhammad Ahmad Tarif St. in Dabouq, west Amman, is open 24 hours a day, every day, with emergency doctors on site. You can walk in without an appointment.

Should I call an ambulance or go to a clinic?

Call 911 for chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing trouble, heavy bleeding, a seizure or loss of consciousness, because treatment starts on the way and driving can make things worse. For urgent problems that are not life-threatening, you can go straight to a walk-in clinic.

Do I need an appointment for emergency care in Amman?

Not at Emergency Plus. The emergency department and walk-in urgent care take patients 24 hours a day with no appointment or referral. Only the physiotherapy clinic works by appointment.

Which areas of Amman does Emergency Plus serve?

It is a single centre in Dabouq, west Amman. Patients come from Dabouq, Khalda, Deir Ghbar, Umm Uthaina, Al Kursi, Sweifieh, Abdoun, Jubeiha, Shmeisani and further afield. Use the Google Maps link for live directions from where you are.

Does the team speak English?

Yes. The team at Emergency Plus speaks Arabic and English, which helps tourists, expats and families who prefer to talk in either language.

Emergency Care in Amman: 911, 24-Hour Clinics and Where to Go

Not sure whether something is an emergency, or where to go at 3 am? This page is the short version for Amman. The detailed guides are linked below: Jordan's emergency numbers, ER vs urgent care and the 24-hour clinic in west Amman.

Who do you call in an emergency in Amman?

Dial 911, Jordan's unified emergency number. Per the government's Essential Contact Numbers page, 193 is the ambulance line, 191 is listed for police and 199 for civil defence. If you are unsure which to use, 911 is the safe choice. Tell the operator where you are, what happened and the phone number you are calling from, and stay on the line.

For help deciding between an ambulance and driving, read ambulance or drive yourself?.

When is a 24-hour walk-in clinic the right choice?

A walk-in emergency clinic suits problems that need a doctor today but are not an immediate threat to life. Emergency Plus in Dabouq is open 24 hours, every day, with emergency doctors on site and no appointment needed. It has an on-site X-ray, ultrasound and laboratory.

Fever or infection that is not settling, in an adult or a child.
Cuts that may need stitches, burns and bites.
Suspected sprains and fractures that need an X-ray.
Vomiting, diarrhoea or dehydration.
Breathing, chest or stomach symptoms you are worried about: the team will assess you and tell you the next step.

Which part of Amman is it in?

Emergency Plus is a single centre on Muhammad Ahmad Tarif St. in Dabouq, west Amman, next to Khalda and Deir Ghbar. Patients also come from Umm Uthaina, Al Kursi, Sweifieh, Abdoun, Jubeiha and Shmeisani. Open the Google Maps link on the west Amman page for live directions. Area guides: Dabouq, Khalda and Deir Ghbar, Abdoun and Sweifieh.

More Amman emergency guides

Which option fits your situation?

What it may be	Typical signs	When it happens	What to do
Heart attack or stroke signs	Chest pain, face drooping, arm weakness, slurred speech	Sudden	Call 911 now
Severe breathing trouble or unconsciousness	Can't speak in sentences, blue lips, won't wake	Sudden or worsening	Call 911 now
Fever, cut, sprain, vomiting, child's illness	Needs a doctor today, not life-threatening	Any hour	Walk in to a 24-hour clinic
Mild cold, minor ache, repeat prescription	Mild and stable	Daytime	Pharmacy or your own doctor

Which signs mean call 911 in Amman?

Call 911 or go to the ER now if:

Chest pain, pressure or tightness, especially with sweating, breathlessness or pain spreading to the arm or jaw.
Face drooping, arm weakness, slurred speech or sudden loss of vision.
Severe difficulty breathing, blue or grey lips, or being unable to speak a full sentence.
Heavy bleeding that doesn't stop with firm pressure.
A seizure that lasts more than 5 minutes, or someone who is unconscious and won't wake.
Severe allergic reaction with swelling of the face or throat.
A serious injury, a bad road accident or a fall from a height.

See a doctor the same day if:

A fever that isn't settling after a day or two, or any fever in a young baby.
A cut that gapes open, a burn larger than a coin, or a bite that broke the skin.
A painful, swollen limb after a fall that you suspect is broken.

Usually fine at home if:

A mild cold or sore throat with no breathing trouble.
A minor scrape that stops bleeding and can be washed and covered.
A mild headache that improves with rest and fluids.

What happens when you come to Emergency Plus?

At the emergency department at Emergency Plus in Dabouq, emergency doctors are on site 24/7 and you can walk in without an appointment. The team will ask about your symptoms, check you, and may use the on-site X-ray, ultrasound or laboratory where they are needed. They will explain the right next step for you, in Arabic or English.

Not sure where to go in Amman?

For a life-threatening emergency, call 911 and don't drive yourself. For anything urgent that is not life-threatening, the emergency department at Emergency Plus in Dabouq, Amman is open 24/7 with no appointment, with an Arabic and English speaking team.

Call our 24/7 ER: +962 79 247 1313

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Medical disclaimer: This article is for general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you think you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department immediately. Emergency Plus in Dabouq, Amman is open 24/7 — +962 79 247 1313.