How to Call North Korea
Calling North Korea: [exit code] 850 [local number].
North Korea Country Code: +850
Quick answer
To call North Korea, dial your international exit code, then 850, then the local number without leading zeros. Example: +850 192 123 4567. Calls cost from ~$1.49 per minute with CallTuv.
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Dialing format
+ 850 192 123 4567
Exit code • Country code • Local number
Exit code
+
Use your country exit code, or + on mobile
Country code
+850
North Korea's international calling code
Local number
192 123 4567
Enter the local number without the country code
Browser format
+850 192 123 4567
Use this format inside CallTuv
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 anywhere in the world
Dial your country's exit code
Start with your country's international dialing prefix (often 00 or 011, or use + on mobile).
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: [exit code] 850 [local number] - For example: 00 850 612 345 678
HOW TO CALL
International Dialing Format
CallTuv Format
No apps needed • Works in browser
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Calling Code
+850
Cost to Call North Korea
~$1.49/min
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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City & Area Codes for North Korea
| City / Region | Area Code |
|---|---|
| Pyong Yang | 850-2 |
International Calling to North Korea: FAQs
How do I call North Korea from abroad?
To call North Korea, dial your country's exit code, followed by the country code +850, and then the local phone number.
What is the country calling code for North Korea?
The country calling code for North Korea is +850. To call North Korea from abroad, dial +850 followed by the local phone number.
How do I make cheap calls to North Korea?
To make affordable calls to North Korea from abroad, use CallTuv's browser-based calling service. Simply dial +850 followed by the local number. No app download required, and calls start at ~$1.49 per minute.
How much does it cost to call North Korea?
Calls to North Korea cost ~$1.49 per minute with CallTuv, billed per minute with no subscription.View rates for North Korea →
Can I use + instead of the exit code when calling North Korea?
Yes. On mobile phones and in CallTuv, you can usually use +850. The plus sign replaces your country's international exit code.
Should I remove leading zeros from North Korea phone numbers?
In most international dialing formats, remove the trunk prefix or leading zero before the local North Korea number, then dial +850. If the dialer shows a formatting warning, follow the corrected format before calling.
