Philippine visa for North Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for North Korean passport holders visiting Philippines 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 Philippines for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Philippines e-visa for North Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Philippines visa on arrival for North Korean citizens | Not Available | |
Philippines tourist visa requirements:
- Holding North Korean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Philippines.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Philippines.
If you are looking for Philippines 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 Philippines nearest your place of residence.
- Seoul: The Embassy of in Seoul, ~ 314.43 kilometers (195.38 mi) away from Pyongyang, North Korea. (Working hours: Close now).
- Beijing: The Embassy of in Beijing, ~ 941.87 kilometers (585.25 mi) away from Pyongyang, North Korea. (Working hours: Close now).
Philippines visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Philippines diplomatic mission offices to North Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from North Korea traveling to Philippines from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (North Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 31 | N/A |
| 2009 | 30 | -3.23% |
| 2010 | 35 | 16.67% |
| 2011 | 39 | 11.43% |
| 2012 | 43 | 10.26% |
| 2013 | 47 | 9.30% |
| 2014 | 48 | 2.13% |
| 2015 | 54 | 12.50% |
| 2016 | 60 | 11.11% |
| 2017 | 66 | 10.00% |
| 2018 | 72 | 9.09% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Philippines & North Korea comparison
Philippines's area is approximately 298,170 km2 (115,124 sq mi), while the area of North Korea is approximately 120,410 km2 (46,490 sq mi). This means North Korea is 2.48 times smaller than Philippines.
As of May 2024, Philippines's population is ~115.5 million people - 89,265,933 more people than the population of North Korea.
We have highlighted Philippines & North Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Philippines | North Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 115,498,456 | 26,232,523 | 89.3 million more people live in Philippines than North Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 87 | 52 | Philippines has 35 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with North Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 30 | 9 | Philippines passport holders can visit 21 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 131 | 19 | Philippine hosts 112 more foreign missions than North Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from North Korea travel to Philippines in one year?
The number of visitors from North Korea visiting Philippines in 2018 was approximately 72.
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- Manila to Pyongyang: 2805.28 km (1743.12 mi)
- Travel time: 5 hours 50 minutes
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