Question 1

What is SOS Lebanon?

Accepted Answer

SOS Lebanon is a free multilingual emergency platform that gives anyone in Lebanon — residents, tourists, expats and refugees — fast access to verified emergency contacts, ambulance, police, hospitals, embassies and essential support services.

Question 2

How to call an ambulance in Lebanon?

Accepted Answer

Dial 140 for the Lebanese Red Cross ambulance — it is free, nationwide and operates 24/7. You can also open SOS Lebanon, tap the Ambulance card and call directly from the app.

Question 3

What is the emergency number in Lebanon?

Accepted Answer

Lebanon does not use a single 911-style number. Use 140 for ambulance (Red Cross), 112 for Internal Security Forces (police), and 125 for Civil Defense (fire and rescue). All key numbers are listed inside SOS Lebanon.

Question 4

How do I contact the police in Lebanon?

Accepted Answer

Call 112 to reach the Internal Security Forces (ISF). SOS Lebanon also lists local police and gendarmerie contacts under the Police section so you can call with one tap.

Question 5

Is SOS Lebanon free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. SOS Lebanon is 100% free. There is no signup, no ads and no subscription. It works on any phone with a browser and basic emergency information stays available offline after your first visit.

Question 6

How do I install SOS Lebanon on my phone?

Accepted Answer

On iPhone (Safari): tap the Share button and choose ‘Add to Home Screen’. On Android (Chrome): open the menu (⋮) and choose ‘Install app’ or ‘Add to Home screen’. The app then opens full-screen like a native app.

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