🇰🇵 North Korea passport visa requirements
Where can North Korea passport holders travel in 2026? This page lists the visa requirement for every country — 8 visa-free, 25 visa on arrival, 50 eVisa and 109 requiring a visa in advance. Select any destination for full details: visa type, permitted stay, fees, required documents and the official application link.
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Longest visa-free stays
Where a North Korea passport buys the most time without a visa. Open a destination for how its limit is counted — the Schengen countries share one 90-day allowance between them.
Before you travel
Visa-free destinations (8)
Countries North Korea passport holders can enter with no visa — just a valid passport.
Visa on arrival (25)
Countries where North Korea travellers get a visa at the border, no embassy visit needed.
eVisa / online authorisation (50)
Countries that require North Korea citizens to apply online before travel (eVisa or ETA).
Visa required in advance (109)
Countries where North Korea passport holders must obtain a visa before departure.
Entry not currently permitted (2)
Countries that do not currently admit North Korea passport holders.
| Destination | Max stay | More |
|---|---|---|
| 🇯🇵 Japan | — | Japan entry rules → |
| 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | — | Sri Lanka entry rules → |
Frequently asked questions
How many countries can North Korea passport holders visit visa-free?
North Korea passport holders can enter 8 countries and territories visa-free, and a further 25 offer a visa on arrival — 33 destinations in total with no advance visa needed. Including eVisa/ETA destinations, 83 countries are reachable without visiting an embassy.
Which countries can North Korea citizens visit without a visa?
Visa-free destinations for North Korea citizens include Dominica, Gambia, Guyana, Haiti, Kyrgyzstan, Micronesia, Palestine, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
How many countries require a visa for North Korea passport holders?
109 countries require North Korea passport holders to obtain a visa before travelling, and 2 do not currently permit entry. The full list is above, each linking to the requirements, costs and official application link.
Is this North Korea visa information official?
No. isvisarequired.com provides general guidance compiled from public government and IATA sources. Visa rules change often — always confirm with the destination's official immigration authority or embassy before you book or travel.