Network & carriers
North Korea's telecom market is tightly controlled by the state, with Koryolink historically operating as the primary mobile network.
+850 · KP · UTC+9
North Korea
Country Code & Virtual Numbers
North Korea's +850 code covers one of the world's most restricted and tightly state-controlled telecom markets. Capital: Pyongyang · Business hours: 7:00 PM–3:00 AM EST.
// The Basics
What is the +850 country code?
North Korea's international dialing code is assigned by the ITU (International Telecommunication Union) and used for every call placed from outside the country.
Numbering format
North Korean numbers follow a state-controlled format, with international connectivity significantly more restricted than in most countries.
Calling culture
Business communication with North Korea is highly limited and subject to significant regulatory restrictions compared to virtually any other market.
Did you know
North Korea has one of the most restricted telecom environments in the world, with mobile networks largely isolated from the global internet and international calling infrastructure.
// Quick Facts
A quick read on North Korea numbers.
North Korean numbers follow a state-controlled format, with international connectivity far more limited than in most other countries. Rozper stores and dials contacts in full E.164 format automatically, so you never have to think about the formatting.
Want to call North Korea from abroad? Dial your local exit code, then 850, then the local number.
Best time to call North Korea from the US
North Korea is on UTC+9 · Business hours = – EST · Mon–Sat
// Why a Virtual Number
Why get a North Korea virtual number?
A +850 virtual number gives your business instant local presence in North Korea — without the overhead.
Local caller ID in North Korea
When you call from your virtual North Korea number, contacts see a local +850 number — dramatically improving answer rates.
No office needed
Establish a local presence in North Korea without renting space, hiring locally, or installing any hardware.
Instant credibility
Given North Korea's highly restricted telecom environment, standard virtual number services are not available for this market.
Routes to any device
Calls to your North Korea number ring your team on mobile, desktop, or desk phone — wherever they work.
// Platform Features
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// Get Started
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Frequently Asked
North Korea questions answered.
Answers about North Korea's telecom restrictions and international dialing considerations.
The international dialing code for North Korea is +850. When calling from the US, dial 011 + 850 + the local number. Rozper handles this automatically.
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