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🇰🇵 Who needs a visa for North Korea?

U.S. State Department travel advisory for North Korea: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions (updated 7 July 2026). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.

World map: which passports can enter North Korea visa-free, with an ETA, e-Visa, visa on arrival or with a visa

Travel essentials for North Korea

CapitalPyongyang
CurrencyNorth Korean won (KPW, ₩)
Official languagesKorean
Calling code+850
Plugs and voltagetype A, C, F · 110/220 V
Internet domain.kp

Neighbouring countries: 🇨🇳 China, 🇰🇷 South Korea, 🇷🇺 Russia

Visa requirements by passport

Entry requirements for North Korea by passport, grouped from visa-free to visa required. Data updated September 2026; confirm with an embassy of North Korea before you travel.

Visa required (197)

No admission (1)