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Do citizens of India need a visa for North Korea?

Here's the current entry rule for India passport holders travelling to North Korea — plus how long you can stay, how to apply, and the official source.

Visa required

A visa is required before you travel.

How to get it

Apply at the embassy/consulate or an authorised visa centre in advance. Start early — it can take weeks.

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Passport & health

Yellow feverCertificate required if you arrive from a country with a risk of transmission.

UK Foreign Office · as of 2025-12-10

Country facts
CapitalPyongyang
CurrencyNorth Korean Won
Dialing code+850
RegionAsia
Drives onthe right
The other way round

What North Korea passport holders need in order to enter India.

North Korea IndiaVisa required

Official entry requirements

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Frequently asked

Do India passport holders need a visa for North Korea?

Visa required. A visa is required before you travel.

How long can India passport holders stay in North Korea?

For the exact stay length, visa validity and fee, check the official source below.

How do citizens of India apply for North Korea?

Apply at the embassy/consulate or an authorised visa centre in advance. Start early — it can take weeks.

Is a yellow fever certificate required for North Korea?

Certificate required if you arrive from a country with a risk of transmission.

How many countries can India passport holders enter without a visa?

25 countries are visa-free for India passport holders. The passport page lists every one of them.

Where else can India passport holders go?

Other nationalities for North Korea

United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaAustraliaNigeriaPhilippinesBosnia & HerzegovinaIrelandNew ZealandPakistan

Where else can India passport holders go?

United StatesUnited KingdomTürkiyeSpainItalyFranceGermanyMexicoGreecePortugal