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Embassies in North Korea

Foreign embassies and consulates in North Korea, plus North Korea's own diplomatic missions abroad — with contact details, office hours and visa guidance for each.

North Korea at a glance

Capital
Pyongyang
Population
26.4M
Currency
North Korean won (KPW)
Dial code
+850
Languages
Korean, North Korean standard language
ISO code
KP

Diplomatic Overview

North Korea hosts 23 foreign embassies and diplomatic missions, most of them in Pyongyang, representing countries from 5 continents. North Korea also maintains 2 embassies and consulates in 2 countries worldwide, spanning 2 continents.

23 Foreign embassies in North Korea
2 North Korea missions abroad
5 Continents represented
2 Countries with North Korea missions

Embassies and Consulates in North Korea: An Overview

North Korea is host to 23 foreign diplomatic missions sent by 22 countries. As in most countries, the diplomatic community is centred on the capital, Pyongyang, where 22 of these missions are based. Missions are also present in Chongjin.

Which type of mission should you contact?

Not every mission offers the same services. The list below includes 21 embassys and 2 consulate generals. An embassy is the main mission and normally sits in the capital; a consulate general or consulate handles visas and passport work for its own region; an honorary consulate offers limited help and usually cannot issue visas. If you are unsure which one to approach, our guide to embassies and consulates explains the difference in plain language. Read the guide →

North Korea's own missions abroad

North Korea maintains its own network of 2 embassies and consulates in 2 countries across 2 continents. If you are a North Korea citizen travelling or living overseas, these are the offices that renew your passport, register a birth abroad and assist in an emergency.

What you will find on each listing

Every listing on this page links to a full profile with the street address, telephone number, email, official website, a map and live opening hours converted to North Korea local time. Contact details change without notice, so always confirm on the mission's official website before travelling to an appointment.

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Foreign Embassies in North Korea

23 missions

23 diplomatic missions located in North Korea, most in Pyongyang. Click any country to find the address, phone number, and visa services.

North Korea Embassies & Consulates Abroad

2 missions

North Korea operates 2 diplomatic missions in 2 countries across 2 continents. Click any country to find the address, phone number, and services offered.

Visiting North Korea — visa basics

Short visits

Entry rules for North Korea depend on your nationality — many travelers need a visa or electronic authorization, while some enter visa-free for short stays. Check with the nearest North Korea mission listed above.

Applying for a visa

Applications are handled by North Korea's embassies and consulates abroad, or through authorized visa centers. Book an appointment and confirm required documents before you apply.

Longer stays & work

Work, study and family visas usually require sponsorship or admission first and take longer to process. Start with the official immigration portal of North Korea.

Always confirm current requirements with the nearest North Korea embassy before travel. (Replace this section with your hand-written visa guide for North Korea.)

Frequently asked questions

How many embassies are there in North Korea?

North Korea hosts 23 foreign diplomatic missions — embassies, consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates. The full list above is searchable by country.

Where are most embassies located in North Korea?

Most missions are concentrated in Pyongyang (22 missions), typically near government ministries and the diplomatic quarter.

Does North Korea have embassies in other countries?

Yes — North Korea operates 2 diplomatic missions abroad, each listed above with full contact details.

How do I contact my country's embassy in North Korea?

Select your country from the list above to open its embassy page, where you'll find phone, email, address, a map and current office hours. For emergencies, use the 24-hour consular line on the official website.