Emergency? 24/7 consular assistance: 0800 30 10 30 or +64 99 20 20 20
There is a serious risk of arrest and detention for New Zealanders in North Korea. Independent tourism is not allowed in North Korea. Foreigners are closely monitored and expected to be accompanied by a guide at all times.
If you do choose to travel against our advice, stay as short a time as possible, eliminate unnecessary activities and review security arrangements. For more advice, see our violence and conflict page.
New Zealanders in or considering travel to North Korea are strongly encouraged to register their details.
Other things that New Zealanders travelling or living in North Korea should be aware of are:
New Zealanders travelling or living in North Korea should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies in place.
See detailed travel advice below.
New Zealand has no diplomatic presence in North Korea, so the New Zealand Government’s ability to help New Zealand citizens there is limited.
Access to consular support for foreign nationals detained in North Korea is at the discretion of their government and may not be granted.
Street Address:
Jeong-Dong Building, Level 8 (West Tower), 15-5 Jeong-Dong, Jung-Gu, Seoul 110-784, Republic of Korea
Postal Address:
KPO Box 2258, Seoul, 110-110, Republic of Korea
Telephone:
+82 2 3701 7700
Email:
nzembsel@mfat.net
Website:
www.mfat.govt.nz/korea
Hours:
Mon - Fri 0900 - 1230, 1330 - 1730 hrs