North Korea visa for citizens of Tajikistan

Key facts

How to apply

1. 1

   Find a North Korean travel agency

   All tourism must be arranged through an approved agency that will issue invitation letters and organize logistics.

2. 2

   Obtain invitation letter

   The agency submits your itinerary to DPRK authorities for approval, which may take several weeks.

3. 3

   Complete visa application form

   Fill in the form (often provided by the agency) with personal details and travel information.

4. 4

   Gather required documents

   Collect passport, photos, bank statements, employment letter, flight/hotel bookings, insurance, and invitation letter.

5. 5

   Submit application to DPRK embassy

   Applicants from Tajikistan must submit in person to the North Korean embassy in a third country (e.g., Beijing or Moscow), as no embassy exists in Tajikistan.

6. 6

   Attend in-person appointment

   Biometrics and interview will be conducted at the embassy.

7. 7

   Pay visa fee

   Fee is approximately USD 80 (or equivalent in local currency), payable at the embassy.

8. 8

   Wait for processing

   Processing takes 7–14 days; check with embassy for exact timeline.

9. 9

   Collect visa

   Visa is either stamped in passport or provided as a separate document, collected in person.

10. 10

    Travel to North Korea

    Entry must be via a designated border crossing, and you must be accompanied by guides throughout stay.

Documents checklist

Proof of funds

• Bank statement
• Sponsorship letter

Bank statement for last 3 months showing sufficient funds; sponsorship letter if applicable.

Good to know

• No embassy in Tajikistan – you must travel to a third country (e.g., Beijing, Moscow) for application and interview.
• Tourism is only possible via government-approved agencies; independent travel is not allowed.
• Visa is single entry; exit and re-entry require a new visa.

Common refusal reasons

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