Entry rules
North Korea visa for Russian citizens: is it needed
Answer: a visa is required: you apply in advance at a consulate or visa centre. Rules as of 4 October 2026; check them on the destination country website or with your airline before travelling.
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North Korea: terms for other nationalities
UkraineVisa required
BelarusVisa required
KazakhstanVisa required
UzbekistanVisa required
ArmeniaVisa required
GeorgiaVisa required
AzerbaijanVisa required
KyrgyzstanVisa required
MoldovaVisa required
TajikistanVisa required
IsraelVisa required
Frequently asked questions
Do Russian citizens need a visa for North Korea?
A visa is required: you apply in advance at a consulate or visa centre. Through a consulate.