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North Korea Visa Requirements by Passport (2026)

0 of 207 passports can enter North Korea without arranging a visa in advance. 204 need a visa before travel.

  • Visa 204
  • Special 3
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No visa in advance

0 of 207

Visa-free, ETA or on arrival

Visa-free

0

E-visa online

0

Visa required

204

Passports that need a visa for North Korea

204 passports. Apply for a visa at an embassy, consulate or official visa center before you go.

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Special permits and unconfirmed entry

3 passports. A special permit is needed, or entry on this passport isn't confirmed. Contact the destination's embassy.

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North Korea visa: common questions

Do US passport holders need a visa for North Korea?

Entry to North Korea isn't confirmed for US passport holders. Contact North Korea's embassy before you plan a trip.

Do UK passport holders need a visa for North Korea?

Yes. UK passport holders need a visa for North Korea, arranged before travel through an embassy, consulate or official visa center.

Do Canada passport holders need a visa for North Korea?

Yes. Canada passport holders need a visa for North Korea, arranged before travel through an embassy, consulate or official visa center.

Do Australia passport holders need a visa for North Korea?

Yes. Australia passport holders need a visa for North Korea, arranged before travel through an embassy, consulate or official visa center.

Do India passport holders need a visa for North Korea?

Yes. India passport holders need a visa for North Korea, arranged before travel through an embassy, consulate or official visa center.

How many passports need a visa for North Korea?

204 passports need a visa arranged before travel, and 0 can apply for an e-visa online. Look up your passport above for the exact rule.

Visa requirements for every destination

Tourist visits only. Requirements come from a dataset compiled in October 2025, with changes since then checked against official government sources on 2026-10-31. Rules change, so confirm with North Korea's official site before you book and again before you fly.