How do I call North Korea from South Africa?

To call North Korea from South Africa, dial the exit code 00, followed by the country code +850, then the phone number. For example, to call the number 192 123 4567, you would dial: 00 850 192 123 4567.

What is the country calling code for North Korea when calling from South Africa?

The country calling code for North Korea is +850. To call North Korea from South Africa, dial +850 followed by the local phone number.

What timezone is North Korea in?

North Korea is in the UTC+09:00 timezone.

What currency is used in North Korea?

The official currency of North Korea is the North Korean won (₩). This is the primary currency used for all transactions in the country.

What is the capital city of North Korea?

The capital city of North Korea is Pyongyang. It serves as the political and administrative center of the country.

How do I make cheap calls to North Korea when calling from South Africa?

To make affordable calls to North Korea from South Africa, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +850 followed by the local number. No app download required, and our rates are significantly cheaper than traditional phone carriers.

How much does it cost to call North Korea when calling from South Africa?

CallTuv offers competitive rates for calls to North Korea from South Africa. Rates vary depending on whether you're calling a mobile or landline number. Check our rates page for the most up-to-date pricing.

What is the best time to call North Korea from South Africa?

The capital-to-capital time gap is 7h destination ahead. A practical window in South Africa is 02:00-11:00 local time, which maps to standard business hours in North Korea.

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How to Call North Korea from South Africa

Calling North Korea from South Africa: 00 850 [local number].

North Korea Country Code: +850

ISO: KP

PRK

Quick answer

To call North Korea from South Africa, dial 00, then 850, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: 00 850 192 123 4567.

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Dialing format

00 850 192 123 4567

Exit code • Country code • Local number

Whether you’re calling family, friends, or business contacts, knowing how to call North Korea correctly helps your conversation start smoothly. This guide covers the essential dialing steps, including country and area codes that are easy to miss. By the end, you’ll be ready to connect confidently with anyone in North Korea - whether you’re calling Pyongyang or anywhere else.

Step-by-Step Dialing Guide

Follow these simple steps to make a call to North Korea from South Africa

International Guide

Dial the exit code for South Africa

Start by dialing 00 (or use + on mobile). This is the international dialing prefix for South Africa.

Add North Korea's country code

Dial the country code +850 for North Korea.

Enter the local phone number

Dial the local phone number in North Korea (typically 8-10 digits, without any leading zeros).

Complete dialing format

Full format: 00 850 [local number] - For example: 00 850 612 345 678

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International Dialing Format

00850192 123 4567

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+850192 123 4567

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Calling North Korea from South Africa: Calling Code, Local Time & More

Calling Code

+850

Capital of North Korea

Pyongyang

Region

Asia (Eastern Asia)

Currency of North Korea

North Korean won (₩)

North Korea Time Zones

UTC+09:00

Current time

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North Korea at a Glance

North Korea, located in Eastern Asia, is a nation with a rich identity. Its capital city, Pyongyang, serves as the administrative center for a population of approximately 26M.

The official currency is the North Korean won (₩). When calling North Korea, the country code is +850. The country observes the UTC+09:00 time zone(s), and the primary language(s) spoken include Korean.

Destination Calling Profile: North Korea

Population

26M

Population Rank

#54 of 230

Language Footprint

Korean

Time Zone Footprint

UTC+09:00

City/Area Code Coverage

1 locations listed

Dial Code Status

Exclusive code in dataset

North Korea currently has a 10-digit local number pattern in this guide, with country code +850.

Route Profile: South Africa to North Korea

Exit Code in South Africa

00 (dial 00 (or + from mobile))

South Africa Country Code

+27

Route Dialing Pattern

00 850 192 123 4567

Capital Time Difference

7h destination ahead

Best Calling Window (Origin Time)

02:00-11:00

Currency Pair

South African rand (R) -> North Korean won (₩)

Primary languages: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu) and North Korea (Korean).

Shared language overlap: No direct overlap in primary language list. Primary timezones: South Africa (UTC+02:00) and North Korea (UTC+09:00).

Detailed route planning

Route planning details: South Africa to North Korea

Use this route profile to plan a real call from South Africa to North Korea, including the exit code, destination country code, time difference, and local context.

From

South Africa

North Korea

South Africa exit code: 00North Korea calling code: +850Time difference: 7h destination ahead

For dialing this route, callers in South Africa usually start with 00 or the plus sign, then dial +850 before the local North Korea number.

South Africa's primary timezone in this dataset is UTC+02:00, while North Korea's is UTC+09:00. A practical origin-time calling window is 02:00-11:00.

Dialing from South Africa

South Africa callers are represented by ZA/ZAF, with Pretoria as a capital reference point, Southern Africa, 63M people, South African rand (R), and primary language context of Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho +6 more.

Origin exit prefix: 00 or + from mobile. Origin country code: +27. Origin time zones: UTC+02:00.

North Korea dialing details

North Korea is represented here by KP/PRK, Pyongyang, Eastern Asia, about 26M people, North Korean won (₩), and primary language context of Korean.

Destination calling code: +850. Destination time zones: UTC+09:00. Rate check: check live price before dialing.

South Africa to North Korea call planning

This route combines South Africa's outbound dialing rules with North Korea's destination numbering and local schedule. The primary timezone relationship is 7h destination ahead, and the recommended origin-time window is 02:00-11:00.

Dialing sequence: 00 850 local number. Business-hour window: 02:00-11:00. Time relationship: 7h destination ahead.

Destination market: North Korea is in Eastern Asia, with Pyongyang as a main administrative center. Calls from South Africa may reach family, companies, banks, hotels, clinics, or public offices across a market of about 26M. Primary language context: Korean. Local billing and everyday prices use North Korean won (₩).

Route context: South Africa is listed in Southern Africa with a population of about 63M; North Korea is listed in Eastern Asia with about 26M. The main listed languages differ: South Africa (Afrikaans, English, Southern Ndebele +8 more) and North Korea (Korean). Currency context also changes across the route: South African rand (R) in South Africa and North Korean won (₩) in North Korea.

From South Africa, the conventional international prefix is 00; mobile callers can usually use +, then +850, then the North Korea local number.Pretoria to Pyongyang has a 7h destination ahead time relationship, so check the destination workday before placing business or support calls.North Korea language context: Korean. Keep this in mind when calling businesses, hotels, banks, or local services.For North Korea, check whether you are calling a landline or mobile number because those prices can differ; current context: check live price before dialing.

City & Area Codes for North Korea

1 Locations

City / Region	Area Code	Full Dialing Pattern
Pyong Yang	850-2	+850-2 [local number]