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Visa requirements · updated Oct 2026

Do North Korea citizens need a visa for Nauru?

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

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North Korea vs Nauru: passport comparison

North Korea

9

visa-free countries

Global rank: #186 · mobility 67.8

Nauru

43

visa-free countries

Global rank: #113 · mobility 97.2
7

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

North Korea + Nauru: passport compatibility

73%

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

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

7 both visa-free
23 both visa on arrival
34 both e-visa / eTA
80 both need a visa
53 access differs

Where North Korea and Nauru 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.

Only North Korea is visa-free (2)

How the entry rule changed: North Korea → Nauru

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The North Korea → Nauru rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

1rule changes for the North Korea passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else North Korea goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Nauru

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 North Korea citizens need a visa for Nauru?
North Korea citizens need a visa to enter Nauru. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — North Korea or Nauru?
The Nauru passport is stronger: 43 visa-free countries versus 9. Global rank: North Korea #186, Nauru #113.
Where can North Korea and Nauru citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 7 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Nauru?
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 North Korea and Nauru?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Oct 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

North Korea passport ranking

Where else the North Korea passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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