You need a visa for Australia if you have a North Korean passport

These visas exist for Australia, 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.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do North Korean citizens need a visa for Australia?

Yes. North Korean citizens need a visa for Australia. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Australia 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 for duration of intended stay
Sufficient funds for your stay (AUD 5,000 recommended)
Travel and health insurance strongly recommended
Return or onward ticket (or funds to purchase)
Character requirements — criminal history declaration
Meet health requirements (some nationalities need exams)

Entry requirements for North Korean travellers

These rules apply specifically to North Korean passport holders entering Australia as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Australian Capital Territory
Travelers from other regions don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Australian Capital Territory.
Last checked 2023-10-30
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for New South Wales
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to New South Wales.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Northern Territory
Travelers from other regions don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Northern Territory.
Last checked 2023-10-30
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Queensland
Travelers from other regions don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Queensland.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for South Australia
Travelers from other regions don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to South Australia.
Last checked 2023-11-02
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Tasmania
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Tasmania.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Victoria
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Victoria.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Western Australia
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Western Australia.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to South Australia.
Last checked 2023-11-02
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Australian Capital Territory.
Last checked 2023-10-30
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers arriving from other regions don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Northern Territory.
Last checked 2023-10-30
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Tasmania.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Victoria.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers arriving from other regions of Australia don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Queensland.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to New South Wales.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Western Australia.
Last checked 2023-11-03

A look at Australia

Sydney — Australia's gateway city and iconic destination for millions of visitors
Uluru — Australia's spiritual heart and a UNESCO World Heritage site
Melbourne — Australia's cultural capital and a hub for business and education
Sydney Airport — Australia's busiest international gateway welcoming millions annually