Immediate help

You are not alone.

Some situations don't belong in an online tool, but with people who help right away. The services below are free and confidential.

Immediate danger

If there is danger right now

If life or safety is in immediate danger, call now. These numbers are free and reachable around the clock — anywhere in Switzerland.

Police — emergency 117

EmergencyDay and night

For immediate danger, violence, or a crime: call right away.

117

Ambulance — emergency 144

EmergencyDay and night

For a medical emergency, when health or life is at risk.

144

Someone to talk to

When you don't know what to do

You don't have to carry it alone. These conversations are anonymous, confidential, and reachable day and night.

Die Dargebotene Hand — 143

FreeDay and night

Someone to talk to about worries, fear, or emotional distress — confidential and free.

143

Pro Juventute — counselling 147

FreeDay and night

For children and young people up to 25: help with any kind of problem, also by chat and SMS.

147

Violence and victim support

If you are experiencing violence

Anyone experiencing violence has a right to protection and counselling — regardless of residence status.

Victim support — 142

FreeAcross Switzerland

The nationwide number for people affected by physical, psychological, or sexual violence.

142

Women's shelters of Switzerland

Protection and a safe place for women affected by violence and their children. The website shows the nearest shelter.

Website

142 is not an emergency line. In immediate danger, dial 117 (police) or 144 (ambulance).

Your stay after a separation

You do not have to stay with a violent partner to keep your residence permit. Someone affected by domestic violence can keep their permit even after the marriage or relationship ends — the law treats this as a major personal reason. An accredited advice service helps you assert it.

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Asylum and removal

In an asylum or removal procedure

After a negative decision or a looming removal, every day counts. These services advise free of charge and independently.

AsyLex

Free

Free, independent legal help in asylum and removal proceedings. Requests go through the contact form on their website.

Website

Swiss Refugee Council (OSAR)

Information and legal guidance for asylum seekers and recognised refugees. The website lists advice services near you.

Website

What this page is

Emergency numbers last checked by hand on 09.06.2026.

Honestly

This page points the way — it is not advice or legal information, and no lawyer-client relationship is established. The services listed are independent and treat your request confidentially. The Quick exit button at the top immediately leaves this page for a neutral website.

These numbers are checked regularly.

If it's not an emergency

For general questions about residence, permits, and naturalisation, you'll find calm, verified explanations in the platform's guides.

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