Visa to North Korea for citizens of USA
Entry is not allowed without prior visa
Passport validity requirements for travel to North Korea are as follows: 1-3 months validity is required if entering with a special validation, and 6 months validity is required if entering and departing through China. Two blank passport pages are also required for entry stamp. A tourist visa is required for entry. There are no specific vaccination requirements. There are no currency restrictions for entry, but it is not permissible to take Korean money out of the country. U.S. passports are not valid for travel into, in, or through North Korea, and special validations are required for U.S. citizens who wish to travel to North Korea on a U.S. passport. The DPRK visa can be obtained at the DPRK Embassy in Beijing or in any country with diplomatic relations with North Korea. It is important to have the necessary travel documents as failure to do so may result in denial of entry, fines, detention, arrest, or imprisonment.
About
North Korea, officially known as the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), is a country located in East Asia, occupying the northern part of the Korean Peninsula. Its capital city is Pyongyang.
The nation's industrial base is extensive, primarily focused on heavy industry, machinery, military products, chemicals, textiles, and agriculture. Despite being one of the most secretive and isolated countries in the world, North Korea has made significant developments in areas like military and technology.
Korean is the official language of North Korea, with the specific dialect spoken called Korean (DPRK). The country is ethnically homogenous with nearly the entire population being Korean.
North Korea's economy is characterized by centralized planning and state ownership, with significant portions of the workforce engaged in agriculture, industry, and public services. The country faces substantial challenges, including international sanctions and economic mismanagement, which have led to widespread poverty. North Korean culture is influenced by traditional Korean customs, with significant government control over cultural and artistic expression.
North Korea is also known for its historical significance and unique political system, with numerous military parades, monuments, and cultural sites reflecting its strong government-directed heritage and the cult of personality surrounding its leaders, despite extensive isolation and international concerns over human rights and political freedoms.
