You need a visa for Vietnam if you have a North Korean passport
These visas exist for Vietnam, 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 Vietnam. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.
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What Vietnam 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
- Passport photo 4x6cm with white background
- Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
- Hotel booking or accommodation proof
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Completed visa application form
A look at Vietnam
One Pillar Pagoda — An iconic Buddhist temple in Hanoi dating to 1049 
Hoi An Ancient Town — A UNESCO World Heritage Site glowing with traditional lanterns 
Sapa Rice Terraces — Northern Vietnam's stunning highland landscapes 
Noi Bai International Airport — Vietnam's main northern gateway in Hanoi
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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.