Domestic violence — Ohvriabi kriisitelefon · Estonia

Direct answer

You are not alone and there is a way out. Ohvriabi kriisitelefon — 116 006 / naiste tugikeskused (116 006) is the confidential helpline for Estonia — free, day and night, for you or for someone you are worried about; they arrange shelter, legal help and a safety plan, and nothing happens without your consent. In immediate danger, Politsei- ja Piirivalveamet — teade (112) — the police can remove the violent person from the home and issue a barring order the same day in most EU countries. Ohvriabi (Sotsiaalkindlustusamet) — 116 006 (116 006) supports you afterwards, free, with the report, the court and the practical side.

Call firstOhvriabi kriisitelefon — 116 006 / naiste tugikeskused

Report toPolitsei- ja Piirivalveamet — teade

If that failsOhvriabi (Sotsiaalkindlustusamet) — 116 006

🗣️ What to say

"I am [being hurt / threatened] by my [partner / family member] at [address]. [I am in danger now / I am safe for the moment.] I would like to talk about my options — shelter, a protection order, and what happens if I report it."

🪜 Step by step

Safe firstIf you can, go to a neighbour, a friend, a shop. Take your phone and ID if it is safe to.
Call Ohvriabi kriisitelefon — 116 006 / naiste tugikeskusedAnytime. They listen, they do not push, and they know every option in your area.
Danger now: Politsei- ja Piirivalveamet — teadePolice can bar the violent person from the home for days or weeks without you having to leave.
Evidence, when safePhotos of injuries, a doctor's note, dated messages, witnesses. Useful later; never a condition for help.
Afterwards: Ohvriabi (Sotsiaalkindlustusamet) — 116 006Free support through the report, protection orders, housing and money. You decide the pace.

📇 All contacts

Ohvriabi kriisitelefon — 116 006 / naiste tugikeskusedFree, 24/7; sheltersFor domestic violence📞 116 006 🔗 www.palunabi.ee

Politsei- ja Piirivalveamet — teadeCrime report online or at a stationAlways — the basis for bank, insurer and platform📞 112 🔗 www.politsei.ee/et/juhend/kuriteoteate-esitamine

Ohvriabi (Sotsiaalkindlustusamet) — 116 006Free victim support, state compensationAfter any crime📞 116 006 🔗 www.palunabi.ee

Seksuaalvägivalla kriisiabikeskused (haiglad) / 116 006Medical care and support, no report neededAnytime📞 116 006 🔗 www.palunabi.ee/seksuaalvagivald

Riigi õigusabi (Advokatuur) / HUGO.legal tasuta õigusnõuState legal aid on low income; free first adviceWhen you cannot afford a lawyer📞 600 0230 🔗 www.advokatuur.ee/est/riigi-oigusabi

❓ Frequently asked

Will they take my children away?

The aim of every service is to keep you and the children safe together. Talking to the helpline is not a report to child protection.

I have no income of my own

Shelters are free; emergency financial help and housing priority exist for victims. The helpline arranges it.

My residence permit depends on my partner

Victims of domestic violence have a separate right to stay in most EU countries. Ask the helpline for a specialised legal adviser — leaving does not mean deportation.

📎 Sources

Last checked: 2026-09-26

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