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Do India citizens need a visa for North Korea?

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

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India vs North Korea: passport comparison

India

27

visa-free countries

Global rank: #137 · mobility 85

North Korea

9

visa-free countries

Global rank: #186 · mobility 67.8
7

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

India + North Korea: passport compatibility

77%

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

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

7 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
39 both e-visa / eTA
87 both need a visa
45 access differs

Where India 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 (7)

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
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Palestine 90 days #193
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58

Only North Korea is visa-free (2)

Where else India 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 India citizens need a visa for North Korea?
India citizens need a visa to enter North Korea. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — India or North Korea?
The India passport is stronger: 27 visa-free countries versus 9. Global rank: India #137, North Korea #186.
Where can India and North Korea citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 7 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 India and North Korea?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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