You need a visa for Hong Kong if you have a North Korean passport

These visas exist for Hong Kong, 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.

Travelling to Hong Kong Visa required

Frequently asked questions

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

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What Hong Kong 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 beyond intended stay
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay duration
  • Confirmed return or onward travel ticket
  • Hotel booking or accommodation confirmation
  • Recent passport photo 40x50mm with light background
  • Completed visa application form ID 1003A

A look at Hong Kong

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.