Iranian visa for North Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for North Korean passport holders visiting Iran 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 Iran for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Iran e-visa for North Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Iran visa on arrival for North Korean citizens | Eligible | |
Iran tourist visa requirements:
- Holding North Korean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Iran.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Iran.
If you are looking for Iran 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 Iran nearest your place of residence.
- Pyongyang: The Embassy of Iran in Pyongyang, North Korea (Working hours: Close now)
Iran visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Iran diplomatic mission offices to North Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from North Korea traveling to Iran from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (North Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 20 | N/A |
| 2009 | 21 | 5.00% |
| 2010 | 29 | 38.10% |
| 2011 | 34 | 17.24% |
| 2012 | 38 | 11.76% |
| 2013 | 48 | 26.32% |
| 2014 | 50 | 4.17% |
| 2015 | 52 | 4.00% |
| 2016 | 49 | -5.77% |
| 2017 | 49 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 73 | 48.98% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Iran & North Korea comparison
Iran's area is approximately 1,628,550 km2 (628,786 sq mi), while the area of North Korea is approximately 120,410 km2 (46,490 sq mi). This means North Korea is 13.53 times smaller than Iran.
As of October 2025, Iran's population is ~89.5 million people - 63,106,541 more people than the population of North Korea.
We have highlighted Iran & North Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Iran | North Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 89,452,490 | 26,345,949 | 63.1 million more people live in Iran than North Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 61 | 52 | Iran has 9 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with North Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 12 | 9 | Iran passport holders can visit 3 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 83 | 19 | Iranian hosts 64 more foreign missions than North Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from North Korea travel to Iran in one year?
The number of visitors from North Korea visiting Iran in 2018 was approximately 73.
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- Travel time: 15 hours 28 minutes
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