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Do citizens of North Korea need a visa for Japan?

No admission

Japan does not admit North Korea passport holders at present.

Entry rule
No admission
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026
Document checklist

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

Document checklist: North Korea → Japan

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Japan missions in North Korea

Japan has no resident embassy or consulate in North Korea on record. The nearest Japan mission is in Seoul, South Korea, about 190 km away.

North Korea missions in Japan

North Korea has no resident embassy or consulate in Japan on record.

North Korea embassy & consulates in Japan

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of North Korea need a visa for Japan?

Japan does not admit North Korea passport holders at present. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

Is there an embassy of Japan in North Korea?

No. Japan has no resident embassy or consulate in North Korea on record. The nearest Japan mission is in Seoul, South Korea, about 190 km away.