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North Korea visa for citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe

Embassy / VFSTourist visa

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

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Key facts

Entry routeEmbassy / VFS · Tourist visa
How to applyIn-person at an embassy or visa center

How to apply

  1. 1

    Contact DPRK embassy

    Contact the DPRK embassy accredited to your country of residence (often in China or nearest embassy).

  2. 2

    Obtain official invitation

    Secure an invitation letter from a DPRK-authorized travel agency or government body.

  3. 3

    Submit application in person

    Submit completed application form and all required documents at the embassy in person. Appointment may be required.

  4. 4

    Wait for processing

    Processing time varies; the embassy will inform you of the outcome. No set timeline available.

  5. 5

    Collect visa

    If approved, collect the visa on your passport from the embassy.

Documents checklist

Identity

  • Passport

    Valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.

  • Passport photos

    Two recent passport-sized photos.

Travel

  • Travel itinerary

    Detailed travel plan approved by DPRK authorities.

  • Hotel booking confirmation

    Confirmed hotel reservation from DPRK.

  • Return flight booking

    Confirmed round-trip flight itinerary.

Financial

  • Proof of funds

    Bank statements or sponsorship letter.

Supporting

  • Application form

    Completed visa application form.

  • Invitation letter

    Official invitation from DPRK government or authorized travel agency.

  • Health certificate

    Medical certificate including HIV test result.

  • Travel insurance

    Valid travel medical insurance covering DPRK.

Good to know

  • Visa requirements for DPRK are extremely restrictive — almost all applications require prior approval from Pyongyang; independent travel is not possible.

Common refusal reasons

Lack of official invitation

Ensure you have a valid invitation letter from a DPRK-authorized entity.

Incomplete documentation

Double-check all required documents are submitted as per embassy checklist.

FAQ

Do citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe need a visa for North Korea?

Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe 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 São Tomé and Príncipe need for North Korea?

Passport; Application form; Passport photos; Invitation letter; Travel itinerary; Hotel booking confirmation; and 4 more.

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