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title: North Korea visa for citizens of Greece
description: Citizens of Greece need a visa for North Korea and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# North Korea visa for citizens of Greece

Citizens of Greece 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 · Tourist visa (single entry, up to 90 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months

## How to apply

1. **Contact the North Korean embassy in Berlin (or nearest accredited embassy)** — Greece does not have a North Korean embassy; applications are handled by the embassy in Berlin, Germany.
2. **Schedule an appointment** — Appointment is required for submitting the application in person.
3. **Prepare all required documents** — Ensure passport, photos, itinerary, hotel, insurance, bank statements, employment letter, and application form are ready.
4. **Submit application in person at the embassy** — Bring original documents and copies; pay the visa fee (if applicable).
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing time varies; check with embassy for current timelines.
6. **Collect passport with visa** — Passport will be returned with visa sticker; verify details.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages)** (Identity)
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity)
- **Passport-sized photographs (2, 35x45mm, white background)** (Identity)
- **Flight itinerary (round trip)** (Travel)
- **Hotel reservation or invitation letter from North Korean sponsor** (Travel)
- **Travel insurance covering the entire stay** (Travel)
- **Bank statements for last 3 months** (Financial)
- **Employment letter or proof of student status** (Employment)
- **Copy of previous visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional)

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements for last 3 months

Sufficient funds to cover stay must be demonstrated.

## Good to know

- North Korea visa applications are highly restricted and subject to approval by North Korean authorities.
- Travel to North Korea is currently discouraged by many governments due to political tensions and COVID-19 restrictions.
- Visa fees and processing times are not publicly available; contact the embassy directly.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and follow embassy instructions.
- **Insufficient funds or unclear travel purpose** — Provide clear bank statements and a detailed itinerary.
- **Previous visa violations or travel to North Korea without authorization** — Disclose all travel history honestly.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Greece need a visa for North Korea and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist visa (single entry, up to 90 days).

### How long can citizens of Greece stay in North Korea?

Up to 90 days.

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

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages); Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photographs (2, 35x45mm, white background); Flight itinerary (round trip); Hotel reservation or invitation letter from North Korean sponsor; Travel insurance covering the entire stay; and 3 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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