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title: North Korea visa for citizens of Bhutan
description: Citizens of Bhutan need a visa for North Korea and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# North Korea visa for citizens of Bhutan

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

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-26. 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
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Obtain an official invitation** — Contact a DPRK travel agency to arrange an invitation and have it approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
2. **Complete visa application form** — Fill out the official application form with accurate personal and travel details.
3. **Gather supporting documents** — Collect passport, photos, invitation, itinerary, accommodation proof, and flight reservations.
4. **Submit application in person at the embassy** — Visit the Embassy of North Korea in New Delhi (or another designated embassy) with all documents and pay the visa fee.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing time can vary; check with the embassy for current timelines.
6. **Collect passport with visa** — Return to the embassy to collect your passport once the visa is issued.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages)** (Identity)
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity)
- **Recent passport-size photograph (2 copies)** (Identity)
- **Invitation letter from a North Korean travel agency or sponsoring organization** (Supporting): Must be approved by the DPRK Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- **Detailed travel itinerary** (Travel)
- **Proof of hotel booking or accommodation in North Korea** (Travel)
- **Valid visa or residence permit for the country of application (if applying from a third country)** (Supporting, optional)
- **Copy of flight reservations** (Travel)
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial): Fees vary and are typically paid at the embassy

## Good to know

- Travel to North Korea is highly restricted; check current travel advisories before planning.
- Visa issuance is solely at the discretion of DPRK authorities.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or fraudulent invitation letter** — Ensure the invitation is authentic and approved by DPRK authorities.
- **Insufficient travel itinerary or missing documents** — Provide a detailed itinerary and all required documents.
- **Application from a country without a DPRK embassy** — Apply from a country where North Korea has a diplomatic mission, with proper residency status if required.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Bhutan need a visa for North Korea?

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

### What documents do citizens of Bhutan need for North Korea?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and at least 2 blank pages); Completed visa application form; Recent passport-size photograph (2 copies); Invitation letter from a North Korean travel agency or sponsoring organization; Detailed travel itinerary; Proof of hotel booking or accommodation in North Korea; and 3 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for North Korea?

At least 6 months.

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