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North Korea
North Korea visa for citizens of Hong Kong
Entry requirement
Citizens of Hong Kong need a visa for North Korea, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- North Korea visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which North Korea visa?
North Korean missions in Hong Kong
North Korea has 1 mission in Hong Kong. Consulates: Hong Kong.
North Korean citizens travelling to Hong Kong
North KoreaHong Kong e-Visa Hong Kong visa for citizens of North Korea
Travel advice for North Korea
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Citizens of Hong Kong planning a trip to North Korea can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates North Korea at Level 4, do not travel (updated 28 April 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to the whole of North Korea (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for North Korea (updated 13 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long citizens of Hong Kong can stay in North Korea
How long citizens of Hong Kong may stay in North Korea is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How citizens of Hong Kong apply
In Hong Kong, applications go to North Korea’s consulate in Hong Kong, or to a visa centre acting for North Korea; fees, documents and processing times are published by North Korea.
North Korea’s neighbours for citizens of Hong Kong
China, South Korea and Russia admit citizens of Hong Kong visa-free.
North Korean citizens travelling to Hong Kong
North Korean citizens need an e-Visa for Hong Kong, applied for online before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Hong Kong need a visa for North Korea?
Citizens of Hong Kong need a visa for North Korea, obtained before travel.
Do North Korean citizens need a visa for Hong Kong?
North Korean citizens need an e-Visa for Hong Kong, applied for online before travel.
Can citizens of Hong Kong enter North Korea visa-free?
No; citizens of Hong Kong need a visa for North Korea obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.