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title: North Korea visa for citizens of Taiwan
description: "Citizens of Taiwan need a visa for North Korea and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: 7–14 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# North Korea visa for citizens of Taiwan

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

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-27. 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
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 7–14 days
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Appointment:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Contact authorized travel agency** — Find a DPRK-approved travel agency to arrange your tour and obtain the official invitation letter.
2. **Prepare application documents** — Gather all required documents including passport, photos, form, invitation, itinerary, and bookings.
3. **Submit application to DPRK embassy** — As Taiwan has no DPRK embassy, apply at the DPRK Embassy in Beijing or Consulate in Shenyang.
4. **Pay visa fee (if applicable)** — Fees are determined by the embassy; pay in cash or as instructed.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 7-14 days; the embassy may request additional documents.
6. **Collect passport with visa** — Once approved, retrieve your passport from the embassy or via courier if arranged.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)** (Identity)
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity)
- **Recent passport-size photographs (2x2 inches, white background)** (Identity)
- **Official invitation letter from a North Korean travel agency** (Travel): Must be authorized by the DPRK tourism authorities
- **Detailed travel itinerary** (Travel): Approved by the inviting travel agency
- **Hotel confirmation in Pyongyang** (Travel): Must be booked through the authorized agency
- **Round-trip flight booking** (Travel): Confirming entry and exit dates
- **Copy of travel insurance** (Travel, optional): Recommended but not mandatory
- **Proof of employment or student status** (Employment, optional): May be requested by embassy
- **Bank statement (last 3 months)** (Financial, optional): May be requested to show sufficient funds

## Good to know

- Visa must be obtained through a government-authorized North Korean travel agency.
- Taiwanese citizens cannot apply directly in Taiwan; must travel to China for submission.
- Tourists are strictly escorted and cannot leave Pyongyang without special permission.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and ensure form matches passport details.
- **Unauthorized travel agency or unclear itinerary** — Use only DPRK-sanctioned agencies and provide a detailed, approved itinerary.
- **Criminal record or suspicious background** — Applicants with certain backgrounds may be denied; contact embassy for guidance.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

### How long does North Korea visa processing take?

Typically 7–14 days.

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

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Completed visa application form; Recent passport-size photographs (2x2 inches, white background); Official invitation letter from a North Korean travel agency; Detailed travel itinerary; Hotel confirmation in Pyongyang; and 4 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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