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Kyrgyzstan

West & South Asia · KG

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3 hours behind Korea

A mountain country where most of the land sits above 1,500 m. Lake Issyk-Kul, ringed by peaks, never freezes in winter — its name means “warm lake”.

CapitalBishkek
LanguagesKyrgyz, Russian
CurrencySom (KGS)
Standard timeUTC+6 · No daylight saving
Dialling code+996
Voltage220V / 50Hz
Plug typeC, F
Driving sideRight-hand traffic
Emergency112
Domain.kg

Entry & visa

Sixty days visa-free for tourism. Some border zones near China and Tajikistan need a separate permit.

Worth knowing

In summer much of the high-country lodging is in yurts, the nomads’ portable tents. Nights drop below freezing even in August, so bring a sleeping bag.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between Kyrgyzstan and Korea?

3 hours behind Korea (UTC+6). No daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in Kyrgyzstan?

Voltage 220V / 50Hz, Plug type C, F.

Q. Do I need a visa for Kyrgyzstan?

Sixty days visa-free for tourism. Some border zones near China and Tajikistan need a separate permit.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.