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Check global mobility ranking, visa on arrival destinations, and visa requirements worldwide." "twitter:image": "https://visalist.io/images/passports/KP.jpg" "twitter:title": "North Korea Passport Visa Free Countries & Global Ranking" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://visalist.io/llms.txt) # **North Korea Passport Visa Free Countries & Global Ranking** Last Updated : Nov 2, 2026 **North Korea passport ** 🇰🇵 Explore visa-free travel countries for North Korea passport holders. Check global mobility ranking, visa on arrival destinations, and visa requirements worldwide. ## North Korea passport details It serves as a reliable form of identification, both domestically and internationally. It is an essential travel document that allows North Korean to travel abroad and provides them with the right to assistance from North Korean consular officials overseas. The North Korean passport is also a potent symbol of North Korean nationality and the rights and privileges this carries, including the right to live and work in North Korea. - **Passport validity** 5 years - **E-Passport** Available - **Biometric** Available ## North Korea passport ranking The North Korean passport is ranked 139 in the world's Least Average passports, meaning it allows visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 45 countries worldwide. The strength of a passport is often measured by the travel freedom it provides its holders. The North Korean passport is considered one of the Least Average in the world. **15** visa free **30** visa on arrival **41** online visa **150** sticker visa **2** visa refused [**Travel Freedom**](https://visalist.io/north-korea/tourist) [**Transit Freedom**](https://visalist.io/north-korea/transit) [**Nomad Freedom**](https://visalist.io/north-korea/digital-nomad) ## How to apply for North Korea passport - **1****Eligibility Criteria** To apply for an North Korea passport, you must be an North Korea citizen, either by birth or naturalisation. Dual citizens are also eligible. If you are applying for a child, you must be their parent or guardian. - **2****Gather documents** Gather all the necessary documents required for a North Korea passport including birth certificate / citizenship and any other supporting documents. - **3****Copy documents** Scan all documents and print a copy of them before hand. All documents that are not in the English language, must be translated and notarized. - **4****Fill application** Fill the application form for North Korean passport. - **5****Submit documents** After filling, providing the required documents and make the payment and submit your application for North Korean passport - **6****Application processing** Wait for approval. Applicant(s) will be informed by email of successful application(s) for North Korean passport. - **7****Receive passport** You will receive North Korean passport through mail, which allows you to live and work in North Korean. ## North Korea visa advice If you're considering exploring North Korea beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on North Korea transit visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to North Korea, understanding North Korea Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey. ## Frequently asked questions ## Countries to travel near North Korea [Hong Kong Passport](https://visalist.io/hong-kong/passport) [Japan Passport](https://visalist.io/japan/passport) [Macao Passport](https://visalist.io/macau/passport) [South Korea Passport](https://visalist.io/south-korea/passport) [Taiwan Passport](https://visalist.io/taiwan/passport) Disclaimer: The information on the site should be used as a guide only you are advised to contact your local official mission consulate embassy and ensure you have the latest information we take no responsibility ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@graph":[{"@id":"https://visalist.io/#website","@type":"WebSite","alternateName":"Visa List helps you find all the visa requirements and lot more required for different destination countries","inLanguage":"en","name":"Visa List","url":"https://visalist.io","image":{"@id":"https://visalist.io/#/schema/image/1"},"publisher":{"@id":"https://visalist.io/#identity"},"workTranslation":[{"@id":"https://visalist.io/fr#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/it#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/de#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/id#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/tr#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/pt#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/es#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/hi#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/bd#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/ir#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/ar#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/kr#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/cn#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/tw#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/jp#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/ru#website"},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/vn#website"}]},{"@id":"https://visalist.io/north-korea/passport#webpage","@type":"WebPage","dateModified":"2026-11-02T04:47:34Z","datePublished":"2023-06-09T15:23:45Z","description":"Explore visa-free travel countries for North Korea passport holders. 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