Rwandese visa for North Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for North Korean passport holders visiting Rwanda 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 Rwanda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Rwanda e-visa for North Korean citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Rwanda visa on arrival for North Korean citizens | Eligible | |
Rwanda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding North Korean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Rwanda.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Rwanda.
If you are looking for Rwanda 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 Rwanda nearest your place of residence.
- Beijing: The Embassy of in Beijing, ~ 941.79 kilometers (585.20 mi) away from Pyongyang, North Korea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 30 minutes).
- Tokyo: The Embassy of in Tokyo, ~ 1186.08 kilometers (737.00 mi) away from Pyongyang, North Korea. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 0 minutes).
Rwanda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Rwanda diplomatic mission offices to North Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from North Korea traveling to Rwanda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (North Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 | N/A |
| 2009 | 5 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 5 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 7 | 40.00% |
| 2012 | 8 | 14.29% |
| 2013 | 9 | 12.50% |
| 2014 | 9 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | 10 | 11.11% |
| 2016 | 9 | -10.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Rwanda & North Korea comparison
Rwanda's area is approximately 24,670 km2 (9,525 sq mi), while the area of North Korea is approximately 120,410 km2 (46,490 sq mi). This means North Korea is 4.88 times bigger than Rwanda.
As of October 2025, Rwanda's population is ~14.6 million people - 11,722,895 fewer people than the population of North Korea.
We have highlighted Rwanda & North Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Rwanda | North Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 14,623,054 | 26,345,949 | 11.7 million fewer people live in Rwanda than North Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 26 | 52 | Rwanda has 26 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with North Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 28 | 9 | Rwanda passport holders can visit 19 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 27 | 19 | Rwandese hosts 8 more foreign missions than North Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from North Korea travel to Rwanda in one year?
The number of visitors from North Korea visiting Rwanda in 2016 was approximately 9.
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