United Kingdom Embassy and Consulates in North Korea
United Kingdom Embassy in Pyongyang, North Korea
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of United Kingdom may close on the following North Korean and British holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Whit Monday | Monday, May 25 | 1 hour, 6 minutes |
| Eid ul Adha | Wednesday, May 27 | 2 days, 1 hour |
| Trinity Sunday | Sunday, May 31 | 6 days, 1 hour |
| Corpus Christi | Thursday, June 04 | 1 week, 3 days |
| Chosun Children's Union Foundation Day | Saturday, June 06 | 1 week, 5 days |
| Queen's Birthday | Saturday, June 13 | 2 weeks, 5 days |
| Muharram/Islamic New Year | Wednesday, June 17 | 3 weeks, 2 days |
| June Solstice | Sunday, June 21 | 3 weeks, 6 days |
| Windrush Day | Monday, June 22 | 4 weeks |
1. How many British Embassies/Consulates are there in North Korea?
United Kingdom currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in North Korea including and Pyongyang.
2 - Do North Korean citizens need a visa for United Kingdom?
North Korean citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into United Kingdom. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of United Kingdom in North Korea for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of British embassies in North Korea?
The British representative offices in North Korea will be closed in observance of the following North Korean and British holidays in 2026/2024:
- Whit Monday (GB & GB) Mon, May 25, 2026 (0 minutes)
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Time in United Kingdom vs North Korea
London, United Kingdom time is 8:00 hours behind Pyongyang, North Korea