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North Korea

Travel Factsheet •

KPW
Currency
Korean
Language
+850
Calling Code
R
Drives On
Emergency Numbers
Police: 112 Ambulance: 113

Entry Requirements

Visa: Tourist visa required, must be arranged through an approved travel agency.
Passport: 6 months validity

Money & Costs

Cards: Cash essential
ATMs: Low
Daily Budget: $150
Tipping: Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory.

Health & Safety

Doctors: Rare
Pharmacy: Limited hours

Essential Phrases

Hello 안녕하세요
Goodbye 안녕히 가세요
Please 제발
Thank you 감사합니다
Sorry 죄송합니다

Things to Avoid

Ignoring local lawsPhotography in restricted areasDisrespecting cultural norms Don't discuss: PoliticsDon't discuss: Religion