You need a visa for Afghanistan if you have a North Korean passport
These visas exist for Afghanistan, but they cannot be applied for online with North Korean nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. North Korean citizens need a visa for Afghanistan. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.
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What Afghanistan may ask for
Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.
- Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
- Two passport photos 35x45mm, white background
- Hotel booking or invitation letter from host
- Confirmed round-trip flight itinerary
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements)
- Travel insurance with medical coverage
A look at Afghanistan
Minaret of Jam — UNESCO World Heritage Site dating from the 12th century 
Bamiyan Valley — Historic site along the ancient Silk Road 
Kabul — Afghanistan's capital city and cultural heart 
Band-e-Amir — Afghanistan's first national park with stunning natural lakes
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Where else North Korean citizens can apply online
See every country a North Korean passport can enter — visa-free, on arrival or with an eVisa.