United Kingdom to North Korea Visa Requirements (US Residents)

United Kingdom passport holders require a visa to enter North Korea. A visa application must be submitted before traveling.

For United Kingdom passport holders living in the United States — Peninsula Visa prepares and submits your application through the consulates and visa centers in the U.S.

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Additional Entry Requirements

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do United Kingdom citizens need a visa to visit North Korea?

United Kingdom passport holders require a visa to enter North Korea. A visa application must be submitted before traveling.

How long can United Kingdom passport holders stay in North Korea?

United Kingdom nationals may stay in North Korea for up to 30 days on a single-entry visa.

How long does it take to get a North Korea visa for United Kingdom citizens?

Standard consulate processing is approximately 7-14 Business Days. Times are consulate processing windows in business days counted from acceptance, not guarantees, and shipping adds time. Peninsula Visa can submit through expedited consulate options where they are offered; it cannot shorten the consulate's own processing.

Do United Kingdom nationals need to visit a North Korea embassy?

Yes. A North Korea visa for United Kingdom passport holders requires an in-person embassy appointment or submission. Peninsula Visa can manage this process for you.

How can I apply for a North Korea visa as an United Kingdom citizen?

Apply through the North Korea authorities' official channel before you travel. Peninsula Visa's specialists can confirm the current application route and review your documents — see peninsulavisa.com/services/visa or ask through the live visa checker.

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