What does a North Korea phone number look like?
- International format
+850 1921234567- IDD format (caller ID)
00850 1921234567- Mobile example
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01921234567(local) →+850 1921234567 - Landline example
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021234567(local) →+850 21234567
Received a call or message from +850?
A call or text from +850 (or 00850) originates from North Korea.
If you don't know anyone in North Korea, be cautious. Common patterns with unfamiliar international numbers:
- One-ring scams (Wangiri): The caller rings once and hangs up, hoping you'll call back a premium-rate number. Don't return calls to numbers you don't recognize.
- SMS phishing: Messages claiming to be from banks, delivery services, or government agencies. Legitimate organizations won't contact you from a +850 number unless you have an account in North Korea.
- Spoofed numbers: The caller ID can be faked. A call showing +850 may not actually originate from North Korea.
If you do know someone in North Korea and want to call them back, see the dialing instructions below.
How to call North Korea from abroad
- International format (recommended)
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+850 [local number]Example:
+850 192 123 4567 - From a mobile phone
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Press and hold 0 or tap + to get the plus sign, then dial
+850followed by the local number. - From a landline
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Dial your country's international access code, then
850, then the local number.
| From | Dial |
|---|---|
| US/Canada | 011 850 [local number] |
| United Kingdom | 00 850 [local number] |
| Australia | 0011 850 [local number] |
| Your browser (DialHard) | +850 [local number] |
Do I need to drop the leading zero?
Yes. When calling North Korea from abroad, drop the leading 0 from the local number.
For example, if the local number is 0XX XXX XXXX, dial +850 XX XXX XXXX.
What time zone is North Korea?
Asia/Pyongyang
Not a good time to call
01:09 AM local time · Late night / early morning
Most people are sleeping.
Calling North Korea
Direct calling to North Korea isn't available yet. View available destinations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the code +850 from?
+850 is the international dialing code for North Korea.
Is +850 a mobile or landline code?
+850 is the country code for all of North Korea — both mobile and landline numbers use this code. The digits after the country code may indicate the number type, but this varies by country.
Is a call from +850 a scam?
Not necessarily. +850 is the legitimate country code for North Korea. However, scammers can spoof any country code. If you don't recognize the number or weren't expecting a call from North Korea, don't call back — especially if they only rang once.
Why won't my call to North Korea connect?
Common issues:
- Wrong format: Make sure you're using +850 (not 00850 or just 850)
- Extra digits: Remove any trunk prefix (usually 0) from the start of the local number
- Missing digits: Ensure you have the complete local number after the country code
What does a North Korea phone number look like?
A North Korea number in international format starts with
+850 followed by the local number.
Example: +850 1921234567
How do I save a North Korea number in my contacts?
Always save international numbers in E.164 format: +850 followed by the local number (without the leading 0 if applicable). This format works worldwide.
How do I block calls from +850?
On most smartphones, you can block individual numbers by opening your recent calls, tapping the number, and selecting "Block." To block all calls from a country code, check your carrier's international call blocking options or use a call-filtering app.