You need a visa for United Kingdom if you have a North Korean passport
These visas exist for United Kingdom, 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 Kingdom. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.
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What United Kingdom 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 entire duration of stay
- Recent digital photo meeting UK visa specifications
- Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements, payslips)
- Confirmed accommodation or host invitation letter
- Return or onward flight booking confirmation
- Supporting documents based on visa type
Entry requirements for North Korean travellers
These rules apply specifically to North Korean passport holders entering United Kingdom as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.
- Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Northern Ireland
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Northern Ireland.
Last checked 2023-11-09 - Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Scotland
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Scotland.
Last checked 2023-11-09 - Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Wales
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Wales.
Last checked 2023-11-09 - Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Wales.
Last checked 2023-11-09 - Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Northern Ireland.
Last checked 2023-11-09
A look at United Kingdom
Tower Bridge — London's iconic landmark connecting history and modernity 
Oxford — Home to one of the world's oldest and most prestigious universities 
Heathrow Airport — The UK's busiest international gateway 
Edinburgh Castle — Scotland's iconic fortress and symbol of British heritage
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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.