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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hoshana Rabbah | Friday, October 02 | 1 day, 2 hours |
| Shemini Atzeret | Saturday, October 03 | 2 days, 2 hours |
| Feast of St Francis of Assisi | Sunday, October 04 | 3 days, 2 hours |
| Party Foundation Day | Saturday, October 10 | 1 week, 2 days |
| Daylight Saving Time ends | Sunday, October 25 | 3 weeks, 3 days |
| Halloween | Saturday, October 31 | 1 month |
| All Saints' Day | Sunday, November 01 | 1 month |
| All Souls' Day | Monday, November 02 | 1 month |
| Guy Fawkes Day | Thursday, November 05 | 1 month |
| Remembrance Sunday | Sunday, November 08 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Mother's Day | Monday, November 16 | 1 month, 2 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:
- Hoshana Rabbah (GB) Fri, Oct 02, 2026 (1 day)
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Time in United Kingdom vs North Korea
London, United Kingdom time is 8:00 hours behind Pyongyang, North Korea