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Embassies and consulates in Korea, North

22 missions|20 sending countries|2 cities

Across Korea, North, 20 foreign embassies and 2 consulates operate in 2 cities: Pyongyang and Chongjin. Neighbouring China and Russia each hold 2 missions, while distant Brazil, Bulgaria and Cambodia keep single embassies in the capital. These 22 missions represent 20 sending countries across Asia and beyond, reflecting the limited but persistent diplomatic presence in East Asia.

These missions issue visas and passports, legalise documents and register births for their nationals caught in a crisis. They also push trade and investment wherever sanctions allow, and promote tourism to a country few outsiders visit. Chinese and Russian desks handle the bulk of commercial enquiries, while Western embassies focus on humanitarian coordination and consular protection for detained citizens.

Use the filters to sort missions by city or sending country and find the right desk fast. Check each entry for address, phone and opening hours before you travel. If you need consular help, contact your own embassy first; this directory lists all 22 foreign missions currently posted in Korea, North.