Suicide Prevention & Crisis Line by Country
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, use your country’s emergency number right now.
You are not alone.
Australia
Emergency: 000. Lifeline 13 11 14 (24/7). Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 (24/7). Men-focused: MensLine Australia 1300 78 99 78 (24/7 phone & online chat).
Austria
Emergency: 112. TelefonSeelsorge 142 (24/7).
Belgium
Emergency: 112. Zelfmoordlijn 1813 (24/7; www.zelfmoord1813.be).
Brazil
Emergency: 190 (police), 192 (ambulance). CVV 188 (24/7; www.cvv.org.br).
Canada
Emergency: 911. National Suicide Crisis Helpline: call or text 9-8-8 (24/7).
Men-focused: HeadsUpGuys (headsupguys.org) for tools, therapist directory, and recovery stories.
Chile
Emergency: 131 (ambulance). Línea *4141 (Women & Families). Salud Responde
600 360 7777. Check regional suicide crisis lines via Ministry of Health.
China
Emergency: 120 (ambulance). Beijing Suicide Research & Prevention Center
800-810-1117 (landline) / 010-8295-1332 (mobile).
Cyprus
Emergency: 112. Cyprus Samaritans 8000 7773 (daily 4pm–12am).
Czech Republic
Emergency: 112 / 155 (medical). Linka první psychické pomoci 116 123 (24/7).
Denmark
Emergency: 112. Livslinien 70 201 201 (11:00–04:00 daily) plus chat. Kriselinjen for Unge 116 111 (youth).
Estonia
Emergency: 112. Eluliin 655 8088 (EST) / 655 5688 (RUS) evenings; 116 123
(general).
Finland
Emergency: 112. MIELI Crisis Helpline +358 9 2525 0113 (English), 09 2525 0112 (Finnish); also 116 123 (some hours).
France
Emergency: 112 / 15 (SAMU). National Suicide Prevention Helpline 3114 (24/7).
Germany
Emergency: 112. TelefonSeelsorge 0800 111 0 111 / 0800 111 0 222 (24/7). Online chat/email also available.
Greece
Emergency: 112. Klimaka Suicide Prevention Helpline 1018 (24/7).
Hong Kong
Emergency: 999. Samaritans 2896 0000 (24/7).
Iceland
Emergency: 112. Red Cross Helpline 1717 (24/7) and online chat at 1717.
India
Emergency: 112. KIRAN Helpline 1800-599-0019 (24/7). Tele MANAS 14416 or 1-800-891-4416 (24/7).
Ireland
Emergency: 112 / 999. Samaritans 116 123 (24/7). Pieta 1800 247 247 or text HELP to 51444.
Israel
Emergency: 100 (police) / 101 (MDA). ERAN 1201 (Heb/Arab/Rus/Amh) with chat options.
Italy
Emergency: 112 / 118. Samaritans (Italy) 06 7720 8977; Telefono Amico Italia 02 2327 2327.
Japan
Emergency: 119 (ambulance). TELL Lifeline 03-5774-0992 (phone) & chat; Yorisoi Hotline 0120-279-338 (multi-language hours).
Kenya
Emergency: 999/112. Kenya Red Cross support 1199; Check Befrienders Kenya and local county hotlines.
Luxembourg
Emergency: 112. SOS Détresse 454545 (daily hours) and 454545.lu chat.
Malaysia
Emergency: 999. Befrienders Kuala Lumpur 03-7627 2929 (24/7).
Malta
Emergency: 112. Supportline 179 (24/7).
Mexico
Emergency: 911. Línea de la Vida 800 911 2000 (24/7) or text 55 5533 5533
(WhatsApp).
Netherlands
Emergency: 112. 113 Zelfmoordpreventie — call 113 or 0800 0113 (24/7) and chat via 113.nl.
New Zealand
Emergency: 111. Need to talk? Call or text 1737 (24/7). Lifeline 0800 543 354; Suicide Crisis Helpline 0508 828 865.
Nigeria
Emergency: 112. Suicide Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (SURPIN) hotlines vary by state; Lagos example: 0908 740 0000 / 0908 740 0007.
Norway
Emergency: 113 (ambulance). Mental Helse Hjelpetelefon 116 123 (24/7).
Pakistan
Emergency: 15 (police) / 1122 (ambulance). Umang Pakistan 0311-7786264
(call/WhatsApp).
Philippines
Emergency: 911. NCMH Crisis Hotline 1553 (landline) or 0966-351-4518 / 0917-899-8727 (mobile).
Poland
Emergency: 112. National Crisis Helpline 800 70 222 (24/7). Emotional Support Line116 123 (hours vary).
Portugal
Emergency: 112. SOS Voz Amiga 213 544 545 / 912 802 669 / 963 524 660; Vozes Amigas de Esperança 225 506 070.
Romania
Emergency: 112. Alianța Română de Prevenție a Suicidului (Alianța): depreHub 0374 456 420; Ascută-mă 0800 801 200 (hours vary).
Russia
Emergency: 112. Trust Helplines vary by region; all-Russia Children’s Helpline 8-800-2000-122 (24/7).
Singapore
Emergency: 995 (ambulance). Samaritans of Singapore (SOS) 1767 (24/7) or CareText via WhatsApp 9151 1767.
South Africa
Emergency: 10177 (ambulance) / 10111 (police). SADAG Suicide Crisis Line 0800 567 567; 0800 456 789.
South Korea
Emergency: 112 (police) / 119 (ambulance). National Helpline 1393 (24/7).
Spain
Emergency: 112. Línea 024 (24/7 Suicide Prevention), 061/112 emergencies; also
024 chat options expand via Ministry of Health.
Sweden
Emergency: 112. Mind Självmordslinjen 90101 (phone), chat and email (hours extended).
Switzerland
Emergency: 144 (ambulance). Die Dargebotene Hand — 143 (24/7) / La Main Tendue
— 143.
Taiwan
Emergency: 119 (ambulance). Lifeline Taiwan 1995; 1925 (MoHW) is the national
mental health line.
Thailand
Emergency: 1669 (ambulance). Department of Mental Health Hotline 1323 (24/7).
Turkey
Emergency: 112. Ministry-linked hotlines vary; community mental health centers offer regional crisis lines.
Ukraine
Emergency: 103 (ambulance). Lifeline Ukraine (veterans & families) 7333; other
NGO hotlines vary by region.
United Arab Emirates
Emergency: 998 (ambulance). National Program for Happiness & Wellbeing support
line 800-HOPE (800 4673).
United Kingdom
Emergency: 999. Samaritans 116 123 (24/7). Men-focused: CALM 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight) and webchat.
United States
Emergency: 911. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call, text, or chat 988 (24/7). Veterans Crisis Line: dial 988 then press 1; text 838255.
Vietnam
Emergency: 115 (ambulance). Free crisis support expanding; check local hospitals or 111 (child protection).
Zimbabwe
Emergency: 999. Friendship Bench and Lifeline Zimbabwe 0808 123 333 (availability
varies).
More help:
International directories – International Association for Suicide Prevention (iasp.info)
and Find a Helpline (findahelpline.com).
Domestic Violence Resources
CANADA
Emergency
Number: 911
When to use: Immediate danger
What to say:
“I’m a man and I’m not safe right now. I need immediate help.”
Referral & Crisis Support
Service: 211 Canada
Number: 211
Text option: Yes (availability varies by province)
Website: https://211.ca
What it is: National referral service connecting callers to local crisis, domestic abuse, housing, and emergency supports.
What to say:
“I’m a man experiencing abuse or feeling unsafe. I need referrals to services available to men in my area.”
Domestic Abuse Support (Referral)
Service: Assaulted Women’s Helpline (Ontario)
Number: 1-866-863-0511
Text option: No
Website: https://www.awhl.org
What it is: Provincial crisis line that can direct male callers to appropriate local resources.
What to say:
“I’m a man experiencing domestic abuse. I was told you can help direct me to services available to men.”
UNITED STATES
Emergency
Number: 911
When to use: Immediate danger
What to say:
“I’m a man and I’m in immediate danger. I need help.”
Domestic Abuse Hotline
Service: National Domestic Violence Hotline
Number: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Text option: Yes — text START to 88788
Website: https://www.thehotline.org
What it is: National domestic abuse hotline that supports men and provides referrals.
What to say (call or text):
“I’m a man experiencing abuse. I need support and referrals for services that help men.”
Advocacy & Referrals
Service: National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV)
Website: https://ncadv.org
What it is: National organization providing education, advocacy, and referral information.
What to say (when seeking referrals):
“I’m looking for domestic abuse resources that support male victims.”
UNITED KINGDOM
Emergency
Number: 999
When to use: Immediate danger
What to say:
“I’m a man in danger and need immediate assistance.”
Male-Specific Domestic Abuse Support
Service: Men’s Advice Line
Number: 0808 801 0327
Text option: No
Website: https://mensadviceline.org.uk
What it is: UK-based, male-specific domestic abuse helpline.
What to say:
“I’m a man experiencing domestic abuse and need advice and support.”
Male-Specific Support
Service: Mankind Initiative
Number: 01823 334244
Text option: No
Website: https://www.mankind.org.uk
What it is: Male-specific support for victims of domestic abuse.
What to say:
“I’m a man experiencing abuse from my partner and need help understanding my options.”
AUSTRALIA
Emergency
Number: 000
When to use: Immediate danger
What to say:
“I’m a man in immediate danger and need help.”
Domestic Abuse & Sexual Violence Support
Service: 1800RESPECT
Number: 1800 737 732
Text option: Yes
Website: https://www.1800respect.org.au
What it is: National support line assisting men and women experiencing abuse.
What to say:
“I’m a man experiencing domestic abuse and need confidential support.”
Men’s Emotional & Relationship Crisis Support
Service: MensLine Australia
Number: 1300 78 99 78
Text option: No (phone and online chat available)
Website: https://mensline.org.au
What it is: Support for men dealing with relationship distress, abuse, and emotional crisis.
What to say:
“I’m a man dealing with abuse and emotional distress. I need someone to talk to.”
NEW ZEALAND
Emergency
Number: 111
When to use: Immediate danger
What to say:
“I’m a man and I’m not safe right now.”
Domestic Abuse Support (Mixed-Gender)
Service: Shine
Number: 0508 TAUTOKO (828 865)
Text option: No
Website: https://www.2shine.org.nz
What it is: National domestic abuse service that can refer men to appropriate support.
What to say:
“I’m a man experiencing domestic abuse and need guidance on support options available to me.”
Men's Mental Health Resources
AUSTRALIA
MensLine Australia
Website: https://mensline.org.au
Lifeline Australia
Website: https://www.lifeline.org.au
BRAZIL
Centro de Valorização da Vida (CVV)
Website: https://www.cvv.org.br
CANADA
Talk Suicide Canada
Website: https://talksuicide.ca
Wellness Together Canada
Website: https://www.wellnesstogether.ca
HeadsUpGuys
Website: https://headsupguys.org
Men’s Sheds Canada
Website: https://mensshedscanada.ca
Canadian Centre for Men and Families
Website: https://ccmfalberta.ca
CHILE
Teléfono de la Esperanza
Website: https://www.telefonoesperanza.cl
GERMANY
Irrsinnig Menschlich
Website: https://www.irrsinnig-menschlich.de/en/
HONG KONG
The Samaritan Befrienders Hong Kong
Website: https://www.sbhk.org.hk
INDONESIA
Into The Light Indonesia
Website: https://www.intothelightid.org
IRELAND
Samaritans Ireland
Website: https://www.samaritans.org
NEW ZEALAND
1737 – Need to Talk
Website: https://1737.org.nz
Depression Helpline
Website: https://depression.org.nz
SOUTH AFRICA
South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG)
Website: https://sadag.org
UNITED KINGDOM
CALM – Campaign Against Living Miserably
Website: https://www.thecalmzone.net
Men’s Minds Matter
Website: https://www.mensmindsmatter.org
Andy’s Man Club
Website: https://andysmanclub.co.uk
Samaritans UK
Website: https://www.samaritans.org
UNITED STATES
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Website: https://988lifeline.org
Mental Health America
Website: https://www.mhanational.org
Man Therapy
Website: https://mantherapy.org
GLOBAL MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
Movember
Website: https://movember.com
Men’s Sheds (Global Network)
Website: https://menssheds.org
HeadsUpGuys
Website: https://headsupguys.org
Man Therapy
Website: https://mantherapy.org
Crisis Text Line (International)
Website: https://www.crisistextline.org
Find a Helpline (International Directory)
Website: https://findahelpline.com
World Federation for Mental Health
Website: http://www.wfmh.com