British visa for North Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for North Korean passport holders visiting United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United Kingdom e-visa for North Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United Kingdom visa on arrival for North Korean citizens | Not Available | |
United Kingdom tourist visa requirements:
- Holding North Korean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United Kingdom.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United Kingdom.
If you are looking for United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom nearest your place of residence.
- Pyongyang: The Embassy of United Kingdom in Pyongyang, North Korea (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 11 minutes)
United Kingdom visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United Kingdom diplomatic mission offices to North Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from North Korea traveling to United Kingdom from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (North Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 301 | N/A |
| 2009 | 282 | -6.31% |
| 2010 | 283 | 0.35% |
| 2011 | 293 | 3.53% |
| 2012 | 293 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 311 | 6.14% |
| 2014 | 326 | 4.82% |
| 2015 | 344 | 5.52% |
| 2016 | 358 | 4.07% |
| 2017 | 377 | 5.31% |
| 2018 | 363 | -3.71% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United Kingdom & North Korea comparison
United Kingdom's area is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi), while the area of North Korea is approximately 120,410 km2 (46,490 sq mi). This means North Korea is 2.01 times smaller than United Kingdom.
As of October 2025, United Kingdom's population is ~69.7 million people - 43,339,041 more people than the population of North Korea.
We have highlighted United Kingdom & North Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United Kingdom | North Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 69,684,990 | 26,345,949 | 43.3 million more people live in United Kingdom than North Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 222 | 52 | United Kingdom has 170 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with North Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 139 | 9 | United Kingdom passport holders can visit 130 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 348 | 19 | British hosts 329 more foreign missions than North Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from North Korea travel to United Kingdom in one year?
The number of visitors from North Korea visiting United Kingdom in 2018 was approximately 363.
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