Royal Victoria Hospital Belfast A&E Wait Times - Northern Ireland (NI)Emergency Department Live Updates (NI)
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
Current Wait Times
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About Royal Victoria Hospital Belfast, Northern Ireland (NI)
The Royal Victoria Hospital is a major teaching hospital that provides essential healthcare services to Belfast and all of Northern Ireland (NI). Treating more than 80,000 inpatients and 350,000 outpatients every year, the RVH provides local services to the people of Belfast and a large number of regional specialist services to people from across Northern Ireland (NI). As part of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, the hospital offers specialist services including cardiac surgery, critical care, the Regional Trauma Centre, burns and plastic surgery, liver transplant services, and comprehensive emergency care. The hospital serves communities across Belfast and Northern Ireland (NI) with dedicated healthcare professionals committed to providing world-class care.
Current Service Pressure Notice
The hospital is currently experiencing significant demand on emergency services. Patients with non-urgent medical concerns may face extended waiting periods and are encouraged to consider alternative healthcare options such as Minor Injury Units or their local GP where appropriate.
Important: Anyone requiring emergency medical attention should not delay seeking care. The Emergency Department remains available 24/7 for all genuine emergencies.
Visitor Notice: If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, please reconsider visiting the hospital unless absolutely necessary. If your visit cannot be postponed, please wear a face covering to help protect vulnerable patients.
Emergency Department (A&E)
This facility is an Emergency Department (A&E), providing care for serious and life-threatening conditions. The department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For less serious conditions, please consider contacting your GP or using alternative healthcare services.
Contact Information
Address
274 Grosvenor Road, Belfast, BT12 6BA
Phone
028 9024 0503Website
Visit Hospital WebsiteOpening Hours
Emergency Department open 24 hours, 7 days per week
NHS Trust
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
Transport Information
Parking
Car parking is available on site at Royal Victoria Hospital. Multiple car parks are available though they can be busy during peak times.
Public Transport
Multiple bus routes serve the Royal Victoria Hospital including services along Grosvenor Road and Falls Road. The hospital is well-connected to Belfast's public transport network.
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Important Information
Wait times are estimates and may change based on patient needs and emergency situations. Patients are seen based on clinical priority, not arrival time. The most seriously ill and injured patients will always be seen first and as quickly as possible, regardless of wait times.
For emergencies such as:
- Loss of consciousness
- Acute confused state
- Chest pain
- Breathing difficulties
- Severe bleeding that cannot be stopped
- Severe allergic reactions
- Stroke symptoms
- Major trauma or serious injury
Go to A&E or call 999 immediately.
More information on when to go to A&EFrequently Asked Questions
Serving Areas Near Royal Victoria Hospital Belfast, Northern Ireland (NI)
Royal Victoria Hospital provides emergency and healthcare services to patients from across Belfast, Northern Ireland (NI) and surrounding areas, including:
Our real-time A&E wait time tracker helps patients from these Northern Ireland (NI) areas make informed decisions about when to visit the Emergency Department at Royal Victoria Hospital Belfast.
Information on this page is correct as of December 2025