Helplines in Slovakia
If someone is in immediate danger, call 112, or 155 for an ambulance and 158 for the police. For a confidential conversation in a crisis, Linka dôvery Nezábudka answers free on 0800 800 566, 24/7. IPčko's crisis line (0800 500 333) is also free and open around the clock, with psychologists answering by phone, chat and email.
The services listed here work in Slovak, and none of them states that it offers English. If you don't speak Slovak, you can still reach help: emergency services usually find a way to communicate, and writing to IPčko by chat or email may feel easier than speaking.
Women experiencing violence can call the national line free on 0800 212 212, at any hour. Shelter addresses are kept confidential so that no one can trace them, and the helpline is the safe way to arrange a place. Children and young people can call Linka detskej istoty on 116 111, 24/7, or chat with it each evening from 18:00 to 22:00. Adults calling in the interest of a child can use the same number. If a child has gone missing or run away, the crisis line on 116 000 is open around the clock. Older people can call Senior linka free on 0800 172 500, every day from 6:00 to 22:00.
If you are using a foreign SIM, dial the numbers as shown; 112 works on any phone in the EU. Each number was checked at its official source, with the date shown next to it.
Emotional support
Suicide prevention
IPčko Krízová linka pomoci
Anonymous crisis support by phone, chat and email from psychologists at IPčko.
Checked 2026-10-19 · source
Domestic violence
Children
Parents
Older people
Questions about getting help in Slovakia
What is the emergency number in Slovakia?
In Slovakia, call 112, 155 and 158 in an emergency. If someone's life is at risk, don't wait: call straight away. Emergency calls are free.
Is there a free mental health helpline in Slovakia?
Yes. Linka dôvery Nezábudka (0800 800 566) and IPčko Krízová linka pomoci (0800 500 333). Details, opening hours and the official source for each number are listed on this page.
Can I get help in English in Slovakia?
The services listed here mainly work in the local language, and their official pages don't say they offer English. Emergency services usually find a way to help, and many volunteers speak some English, so it is still worth calling.
Where can women experiencing violence get help in Slovakia?
Contact Národná linka pre ženy zažívajúce násilie (0800 212 212). Shelter addresses are kept confidential for safety, so the helpline is the way in. In immediate danger, call 112.
Is there a helpline for children and young people in Slovakia?
Yes. Linka detskej istoty (116 111).
Numbers are checked against each service's own website on the date shown. Services change, so if a number doesn't work please tell me: hello@michellefernando.com.