Greek visa for North Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for North Korean passport holders visiting Greece for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For North Korean citizens to enter Greece for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Greece e-visa for North Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Greece visa on arrival for North Korean citizens | Not Available | |
Greece tourist visa requirements:
- Holding North Korean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Greece.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Greece.
If you are looking for Greece visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from North Korea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Greece nearest your place of residence.
- Seoul: The Embassy of in Seoul, ~ 311.58 kilometers (193.61 mi) away from Pyongyang, North Korea. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 10 minutes).
- Ashiya: The Honorary Consulate General of in Ashiya, ~ 928.54 kilometers (576.97 mi) away from Pyongyang, North Korea. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 5 hours 40 minutes).
Greece visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Greece diplomatic mission offices to North Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from North Korea traveling to Greece from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (North Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 159 | N/A |
| 2009 | 149 | -6.29% |
| 2010 | 150 | 0.67% |
| 2011 | 164 | 9.33% |
| 2012 | 155 | -5.49% |
| 2013 | 179 | 15.48% |
| 2014 | 220 | 22.91% |
| 2015 | 236 | 7.27% |
| 2016 | 248 | 5.08% |
| 2017 | 272 | 9.68% |
| 2018 | 301 | 10.66% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Greece & North Korea comparison
Greece's area is approximately 128,900 km2 (49,768 sq mi), while the area of North Korea is approximately 120,410 km2 (46,490 sq mi). This means North Korea is 7.05% smaller than Greece.
As of October 2025, Greece's population is ~10.2 million people - 16,173,049 fewer people than the population of North Korea.
We have highlighted Greece & North Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Greece | North Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,172,900 | 26,345,949 | 16.2 million fewer people live in Greece than North Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 135 | 52 | Greece has 83 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with North Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 141 | 9 | Greece passport holders can visit 132 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 249 | 19 | Greek hosts 230 more foreign missions than North Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from North Korea travel to Greece in one year?
The number of visitors from North Korea visiting Greece in 2018 was approximately 301.
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