North Korea Country Code

How do I dial mobiles vs landlines in North Korea

North Korea (DPRK) uses the country calling code +850. Domestically, numbers are typically written with a trunk prefix 0, and the country’s international dialing prefix is commonly listed as 00 (also sometimes 99). In general terms, landlines use geographic area codes (for example, 02 for Pyongyang in domestic format), while mobiles are commonly associated with 019x network prefixes in domestic format. When calling from outside the country, the standard rule applies: dial +850, then the national (significant) number without the leading 0. 

In practice, calling North Korea from abroad can be unusually difficult because many numbers are not directly reachable internationally. Overseas callers are often directed to use an international operator service (commonly cited as +850 2 18111) to complete calls, and only a subset of lines (notably some internationally enabled Pyongyang lines) may accept direct inbound international dialing. Some sources note that internationally reachable Pyongyang numbers often appear in specific ranges (e.g., patterns beginning with 381 after the Pyongyang code), while other domestic numbers may not work from overseas. 

What are the emergency numbers in North Korea

Publicly confirmed emergency numbers for the DPRK can be hard to verify, but commonly listed references cite 110 (reported as rarely used/less known) or 8119 for emergency assistance in North Korea. In-country, the most reliable approach is usually to follow the instructions of your local host/guide or accommodation for emergency help.