You need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you have a North Korean passport
These visas exist for United Arab Emirates, 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 United Arab Emirates. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.
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What United Arab Emirates 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
- Recent passport photo with white background
- Hotel booking or host invitation letter
- Confirmed return flight reservation
- Proof of funds (bank statement recommended)
- Completed visa application form
A look at United Arab Emirates
Burj Khalifa — The world's tallest building and Dubai's iconic landmark 
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque — Abu Dhabi's architectural masterpiece 
Desert Safari — Experience the magic of Arabian sands outside Dubai 
Dubai International Airport — One of the world's busiest aviation hubs
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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.