Do citizens of North Korea need a visa for South Africa?
Here's the current entry rule for North Korea passport holders travelling to South Africa — 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.
Country facts
CapitalCape Town
CurrencySouth African Rand (R)
LanguageEnglish, Afrikaans, Zulu
Dialing code+27
RegionAfrica
Drives onthe left
For short tourist stays · data as of 2026-02-17 · always confirm with the official source.