Norwegian visa for North Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for North Korean passport holders visiting Norway 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 Norway for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Norway e-visa for North Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Norway visa on arrival for North Korean citizens | Not Available | |
Norway tourist visa requirements:
- Holding North Korean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Norway.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Norway.
If you are looking for Norway 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 Norway nearest your place of residence.
- Kobe: The Honorary Consulate General of in Kobe, ~ 923.45 kilometers (573.81 mi) away from Pyongyang, North Korea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 46 minutes).
- Beijing: The Embassy of in Beijing, ~ 939.76 kilometers (583.94 mi) away from Pyongyang, North Korea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 46 minutes).
Norway visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Norway diplomatic mission offices to North Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from North Korea traveling to Norway from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (North Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 43 | N/A |
| 2009 | 43 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 48 | 11.63% |
| 2011 | 50 | 4.17% |
| 2012 | 45 | -10.00% |
| 2013 | 48 | 6.67% |
| 2014 | 49 | 2.08% |
| 2015 | 54 | 10.20% |
| 2016 | 60 | 11.11% |
| 2017 | 63 | 5.00% |
| 2018 | 57 | -9.52% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Norway & North Korea comparison
Norway's area is approximately 365,268 km2 (141,030 sq mi), while the area of North Korea is approximately 120,410 km2 (46,490 sq mi). This means North Korea is 3.03 times smaller than Norway.
As of October 2025, Norway's population is ~5.6 million people - 20,710,569 fewer people than the population of North Korea.
We have highlighted Norway & North Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Norway | North Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,635,380 | 26,345,949 | 20.7 million fewer people live in Norway than North Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 99 | 52 | Norway has 47 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with North Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 143 | 9 | Norway passport holders can visit 134 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 209 | 19 | Norwegian hosts 190 more foreign missions than North Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from North Korea travel to Norway in one year?
The number of visitors from North Korea visiting Norway in 2018 was approximately 57.
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- Oslo to Pyongyang: 12073.15 km (7501.91 mi)
- Travel time: 25 hours 9 minutes
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