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title: North Korea visa for citizens of Mauritania
description: Citizens of Mauritania 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 Mauritania

Citizens of Mauritania 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
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds

## How to apply

1. **Obtain pre-approval from North Korean authorities** — Contact a North Korean travel agency to get a visa approval number
2. **Complete visa application form** — Fill out the official North Korean visa application form
3. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents including passport, photos, and financial proofs
4. **Submit application to embassy** — Submit the application in person at the North Korean embassy (e.g., in Algiers or nearest embassy)
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the applicable visa fee at the embassy
6. **Wait for processing** — Processing time varies; check with embassy
7. **Collect visa** — Collect passport with visa sticker from the embassy
8. **Travel to North Korea** — Travel with visa and required documents

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity and blank pages
- **Visa application form** (Supporting): Completed and signed
- **Passport-sized photographs** (Identity): Two recent color photos with white background
- **Flight itinerary** (Travel): Round-trip reservation
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): Confirmed booking for entire stay
- **Bank statement** (Financial): Last 3-6 months showing sufficient funds
- **Travel insurance** (Travel): Covering medical and repatriation
- **Letter of invitation** (Supporting): From North Korean travel agency or host
- **Visa approval number** (Supporting): Pre-approval from North Korean authorities
- **Employment letter** (Employment): Stating position and purpose of travel
- **Copy of passport data page** (Identity): Clear photocopy
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking confirmation
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Detailed day-by-day plan
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Proof of payment

## Proof of funds

- Bank statement

Sufficient funds to cover stay

## Good to know

- North Korea visa is strictly controlled; travel is only possible via authorized tour operators.
- Visa approval is not guaranteed and may be denied without explanation.
- All travelers must be accompanied by a guide at all times.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all entries and use official form
- **Insufficient funds** — Provide bank statement showing adequate balance
- **Invalid passport** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity
- **Missing pre-approval** — Obtain visa approval number from North Korean travel agency first

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Mauritania need a visa for North Korea and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa.

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

Valid passport; Visa application form; Passport-sized photographs; Flight itinerary; Hotel reservation; Bank statement; and 8 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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- [North Korea visa for every passport](/visa/north-korea)
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