Visa Information
Visa required. Only accessible through government-approved group tours. US citizens banned. South Korean passport holders banned.
Book through a licensed North Korea tour operator (e.g., Koryo Tours, Young Pioneer Tours). They arrange everything.
Tours start at $1,000+ for 4–5 days.
- US citizens have been banned since 2017.
- Tours were suspended during COVID and may not have fully resumed.
- You cannot travel independently — guided group tour only.
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Safety & Health
Physical crime against tourists is virtually nonexistent. However, arbitrary detention has occurred (Otto Warmbier case). Every move is monitored. Breaking any rules can have severe consequences.
- N/A — everything is controlled.
- Very limited medical facilities.
- Hepatitis A, Typhoid recommended.
Totalitarian state. All movements monitored. Breaking rules (even unknowingly) can result in detention. US citizens banned. Many governments advise against travel.
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Cultural Tips
- Follow your guides' instructions exactly.
- Bow to statues of the Kim leaders when your group does.
- It's a fascinating (if surreal) experience if you can go.
- Don't take unauthorized photos.
- Don't try to talk to locals without your guide present.
- Don't fold or disrespect any newspaper with a Kim leader's image.
- Don't bring religious material or political literature.
Tip your guides and driver at end of tour — they expect it.
Smart-casual. No jeans at formal sites.
Officially atheist state. Kim dynasty is treated with religious-level reverence. Do not disrespect the leaders in any way.
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