In a medical emergency in Bali, call 118 or 119 for an
ambulance immediately, then head to the nearest 24-hour emergency room —
for most tourists that means an accredited private hospital in the south
such as BIMC (Kuta, near the airport), Siloam, Kasih Ibu or Prima
Medika, all of which run 24-hour emergency departments. This
page maps the nearest ER by area and by airport, lists the emergency
numbers you should save now, and tells you exactly what to do when
seconds count. Bookmark it before you need it.
This is a navigational emergency directory. For choosing a hospital
calmly in advance, use our hospitals in
Bali directory or best
hospitals page.
Save These Numbers Right Now
- Ambulance / medical emergency (national):
118 or 119 - General emergency (police/fire/medical):
112 - Search and rescue (Basarnas):
115 - Tourist police: 110
Note: ambulance response times in Bali can be slower than you expect,
and traffic is heavy. If you can move the patient safely, a taxi or
private car straight to a hospital ER is sometimes faster — but never
move someone with a suspected spinal injury, severe trauma or cardiac
symptoms. Read which
hospital to go to in a Bali emergency for decision guidance.
Nearest Emergency Room by
Area
Bali’s 24-hour ERs concentrate in the south. Here is where to head
from the main visitor areas.
Kuta, Legian, Seminyak
(and the airport)
Head to a southern private hospital with a 24-hour ER — BIMC’s Kuta
campus sits close to Ngurah Rai airport, making it the go-to for
arrivals and airport-area emergencies. Siloam and Kasih Ibu are also
within reach. See distances in hospitals near Bali
airport.
Nusa Dua, Jimbaran
BIMC Nusa Dua and the Denpasar-cluster hospitals serve this area with
24-hour emergency care.
Denpasar
The island’s medical core: Siloam, Kasih Ibu, Prima Medika, Bali
Royal (BROS) and the public referral hospital Prof. Ngoerah (Sanglah),
which handles the most critical trauma and ICU cases.
Sanur
Close to Denpasar’s hospitals — a short drive to a full ER. Long-stay
visitors here are well covered.
Ubud
Central Bali relies on Ubud clinics for stabilisation plus Surya
Husadha Ubud and referral to Denpasar hospitals for serious cases.
Distances are greater, so early action matters.
Canggu
The nomad hub has 24-hour clinics for urgent-but-not-critical care
and quick access to Denpasar/Kuta hospitals for true emergencies. See 24-hour clinics in Bali.
North, East
& the islands (Lovina, Amed, Nusa Penida)
Coverage thins outside the south. Local clinics stabilise; serious
cases are referred — sometimes evacuated — to Denpasar. If you’re diving
or travelling remotely, understand medical evacuation from Bali
in advance.
Emergency vs
Urgent Care: Know the Difference
A true emergency — chest pain, difficulty breathing,
severe bleeding, major trauma, stroke signs, loss of consciousness —
means the nearest hospital ER, now. Urgent but not
life-threatening issues — a bad but stable “Bali belly,” a
wound needing stitches, a high fever, a suspected simple fracture — can
go to a 24-hour clinic, which is faster and cheaper. Our 24-hour clinics guide and doctor-on-call guide
cover the urgent tier.
Cost, Insurance and
Evacuation
Emergency care at private hospitals is charged at foreign rates and
can escalate quickly with admission or surgery. Confirm whether your
insurer does cashless billing at the hospital — see does travel insurance
cover Bali hospitals — and keep your policy and emergency-assistance
number on your phone. For severe cases that exceed local capability,
medical evacuation to Singapore or your home country may be necessary;
understand it before you need it in medical evacuation from Bali.
Cost context is in our hospital cost
guide.
What to Do in the First
Five Minutes
When a medical emergency hits, panic wastes the time that matters
most. Keep this sequence in mind:
- Assess and secure the scene. Make sure you and the
patient are safe (off the road, out of the water, away from hazards). Do
not move anyone with a suspected spinal or serious head injury unless
they’re in immediate danger. - Call 118/119 (ambulance) — or 112. State your exact
location and what’s happening, clearly and slowly. If at a hotel or
villa, alert reception simultaneously; staff can guide the ambulance and
often speak both languages. - Decide: wait or transport. If the patient is stable
and you can move them safely, a private car straight to the nearest
24-hour ER is frequently faster than waiting for an ambulance in Bali
traffic. If they’re unstable, keep them still and wait for
professionals. - Gather documents. Grab passports, insurance policy
details and the insurer’s emergency-assistance number — you’ll need them
at admission. See travel insurance and
Bali hospitals. - Go to an accredited ER. Head for a hospital in the
hospitals directory with a confirmed
24-hour emergency department, not just the nearest clinic.
Ambulances,
Traffic and the Reality on the Ground
Foreigners are often surprised that Bali’s ambulance system is less
centralised and slower than in their home country, especially outside
the southern hospital cluster and during heavy traffic. Some private
hospitals operate their own ambulances, which can be quicker to dispatch
if you call the hospital directly. This is precisely why knowing
your nearest ER in advance — before anything happens — is the
single most valuable preparation you can make. Pin the two closest
24-hour hospitals to your accommodation on a map when you arrive, save
118/119, and note your insurer’s assistance line. Two minutes of prep
now can save critical minutes later. For diving trips, remote-area
travel or island-hopping to Nusa Penida, the calculus shifts toward
stabilise-and-transfer, and understanding medical evacuation from Bali
becomes essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What
number do I call for a medical emergency in Bali?
Call 118 or 119 for an ambulance,
or 112 for general emergency services. Be prepared for
variable response times — if it’s safe to move the patient, a private
car to the nearest 24-hour ER may be quicker. Save these numbers before
you travel.
Which
hospital in Bali is nearest the airport for emergencies?
BIMC’s Kuta campus is among the closest 24-hour hospitals to Ngurah
Rai (Denpasar) airport, with other southern hospitals nearby. See hospitals near Bali
airport for exact routing.
Where
should I go for emergency medical care in Bali?
The nearest accredited private hospital with a 24-hour emergency
department — in the south, that’s typically BIMC, Siloam, Kasih Ibu or
Prima Medika. For the most critical cases, the public Prof. Ngoerah
(Sanglah) is the referral centre. See which hospital to go to
in an emergency.
Are there
24-hour hospitals and clinics in Bali?
Yes. All the major international and private hospitals run 24-hour
emergency departments, and several tourist-area clinics operate around
the clock. See our 24-hour clinics
guide.
How do I call an ambulance
in Bali?
Dial 118 or 119. Give your exact
location and the nature of the emergency clearly. If you’re at a hotel
or villa, alert reception too — staff can often summon help and guide
the ambulance in.
Not an emergency but need care fast? WhatsApp our team or use the free concierge for the nearest suitable provider.
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Medical disclaimer. This is an editorial directory
for informational purposes only, not medical advice or a substitute for
professional diagnosis. In a life-threatening emergency call 118/119 or
go directly to the nearest ER. Reviewed by Dr. Anita Wijaya, MD,
MPH.