North Korea visa requirements in 2026
What North Korea's border demands, by nationality — 0 of the 202 nationalities we track can enter without a visa arranged in advance. Pick your passport below for your exact rules, fees and documents.
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Entry rules for everyone
These apply whichever passport you carry and however you enter.
Passport validity
valid for the proposed duration of your stay
Vaccinations
certificate to prove you’ve had a yellow fever vaccination if you’re coming from a country listed as a transmission risk
Who can enter North Korea
Embassy Visa 200
Compiled from official government sources and kept under continuous re-verification. Entry
rules can change at short notice — always confirm with the official source before you travel.