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Do Gambia citizens need a visa for North Korea?

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Gambia citizens need a visa to enter North Korea. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Gambia vs North Korea: passport comparison

Gambia

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #132 · mobility 87.5

North Korea

9

visa-free countries

Global rank: #186 · mobility 67.8
5

countries both Gambia and North Korea can enter visa-free together

Gambia + North Korea: passport compatibility

74%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Gambia and North Korea travel together — by entry type:

5 both visa-free
18 both visa on arrival
35 both e-visa / eTA
87 both need a visa
52 access differs

Where Gambia and North Korea can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (5)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Dominica 21 days #70
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58

Only North Korea is visa-free (3)

Where else Gambia goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for North Korea

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Gambia citizens need a visa for North Korea?
Gambia citizens need a visa to enter North Korea. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Gambia or North Korea?
The Gambia passport is stronger: 43 visa-free countries versus 9. Global rank: Gambia #132, North Korea #186.
Where can Gambia and North Korea citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 5 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for North Korea?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Gambia and North Korea?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Gambia passport ranking

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