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

These visas exist for Türkiye, 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 Türkiye?

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

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What Türkiye 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 entry with 1 blank page
Recent passport photo meeting ICAO specifications
Confirmed hotel bookings or accommodation address
Return or onward flight ticket within visa validity
Proof of sufficient funds ($50-100 per day recommended)
Travel insurance covering medical emergencies recommended

A look at Türkiye

Cappadocia — Turkey's otherworldly landscape of fairy chimneys and cave dwellings
Istanbul — Turkey's economic powerhouse bridging Europe and Asia
Hagia Sophia — A 1,500-year-old architectural wonder in Istanbul
Ephesus — One of the best-preserved ancient cities in the Mediterranean