Afghanistan passport → North Korea

North Korea visa for citizens of Afghanistan

Embassy / VFS

Citizens of Afghanistan need a visa for North Korea and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

Not yet cross-checked · Last checked 2026-06-25. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Embassy / VFS
How to apply	In-person at an embassy or visa center

How to apply

1
Contact embassy or authorized travel agency
Inquire about visa requirements and schedule an appointment for submission.
2
Obtain an invitation letter
Secure an approved invitation from a North Korean sponsor or registered tour operator.
3
Prepare all required documents
Gather passport, photos, application form, invitation, itinerary, and employment letter.
4
Attend in-person submission at the embassy
Submit your application and documents, and pay the visa fee.
5
Wait for processing
Processing time varies and may take several weeks; no tracking is usually available.
6
Collect passport with visa
Return to the embassy in person or as instructed to collect your passport.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid at least 6 months)
Must have at least two blank visa pages.
Completed visa application form
Usually provided by the North Korean embassy or travel agency.
Passport-size photographs (2)
Recent colour photos with white background.
Visitors with dual nationality may need additional documents
Optional
North Korea does not recognize dual citizenship.

Travel

Flight itinerary (round trip)
Showing entry and exit dates.
Hotel confirmation (if not part of tour)
Optional
Most visitors join guided tours that arrange accommodation.

Financial

Visa application fee (cash or bank draft)
Fee amount varies and is payable at the embassy.

Employment

Proof of employment or student status
Letter from employer or school.

Supporting

Invitation letter from North Korean sponsor or travel agency
Must be approved by the DPRK Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Travel insurance covering North Korea
Optional
Not always required but recommended.

Good to know

North Korea visa applications are highly restricted; tourism is only possible via approved group tours.
Citizens of Afghanistan may face additional scrutiny due to security concerns.
Travel to North Korea is strongly discouraged by many governments; check current advisories.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect application form

Double-check all fields and follow embassy instructions carefully.

Lack of a valid invitation from an approved sponsor

Ensure the invitation letter is officially issued and approved by North Korean authorities.

Passport validity insufficient or insufficient blank pages

Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months with at least 2 blank pages.

Failure to appear for scheduled appointment

Attend the appointment on time and bring all required original documents.

FAQ

Do citizens of Afghanistan need a visa for North Korea?