How to Call North Korea
Everything you need to know about calling North Korea — the country code, dialing format, costs, and the cheapest way to connect.
Know the country code
The international dialing code for North Korea is +850. Every call to North Korea from abroad must start with this code.
Format the phone number
Drop the leading 0 from the local number, then add the country code:
+850 + local number (without 0)
Choose how to call
Dial and connect
Whether you’re calling friends, relatives, or local services, the call takes seconds to connect. With EzyRing, your own phone number shows as caller ID — people in North Koreasee it’s you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I call North Korea from the US?
Dial +850 followed by the local number (drop the leading 0). From a landline: 011 850 + local number. With EzyRing, just type +850 + local number in your browser.
How do I call North Korea from the UK?
From the UK, dial 00 850 followed by the local number. Or use EzyRing to call from your browser at $0.820/min.
What is the cheapest way to call North Korea?
The cheapest way to call North Korea is through a browser-based VoIP service. EzyRing charges $0.820/min with no connection fees, no subscription, and credits that never expire. A $5 top-up gives ~6 minutes.
What is the country code for North Korea?
The international dialing code for North Korea is +850. This code must be dialed before the local phone number when calling from outside North Korea.
Can I call North Korea for free?
You can make free app-to-app calls (WhatsApp, FaceTime) if the other person has the same app. To call actual North Korea phone numbers (landlines/mobiles), a paid VoIP service like EzyRing offers the cheapest rates from $0.820/min.