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North Korea Visa for Egypt Citizens 2026

Visa Required

Egyptian citizens require a visa for North Korea that can only be obtained through a government-authorized tour operator - independent travel is not permitted and tourist access has been extremely limited and subject to abrupt closures.

Guide last updated October 18, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the trip; some tour routes require checking for prior South Korea entry/exit stamps with the operator
  • Visa arranged entirely through a government-licensed tour operator - individual travelers cannot apply directly
  • Completed booking and itinerary confirmed with the tour company before any visa paperwork begins
  • Passport photos and a copy of the passport bio page submitted to the tour operator
  • Full pre-payment of the tour package, which includes the visa processing
  • No independent sightseeing is permitted; a government-assigned guide accompanies visitors throughout the trip
  • No biometrics required; the visa is issued as a separate paper, not stamped in the passport, and is collected by the tour guide on arrival or departure

Visa types

  • Tourist visa - issued only through an authorized tour operator, tied to a fixed, pre-approved itinerary
  • Journalist/official visa - for accredited press or government delegations, arranged through separate diplomatic channels
  • There is no visa-on-arrival, e-visa, or independent business visa category available to the general public

How to apply

  • Tourist access to North Korea has been extremely limited and intermittent since 2020, with the country opening and closing to foreign tourists at short notice - check korea-dpr.com and current operator advisories before planning any trip
  • Select a government-licensed tour operator (commonly based in Beijing or Pyongyang-affiliated agencies) and book an approved itinerary
  • Submit passport details and photos to the operator, who forwards the paperwork to North Korean authorities
  • The operator receives visa approval and travel documents, which are handed to travelers upon arrival, typically via Beijing
  • Processing time varies widely, commonly 4-8 weeks, and approval is not guaranteed

Fees & processing time

  • There is no separate visa fee paid directly by the traveler - visa processing is bundled into the tour package price
  • Tour packages themselves typically start from around USD 1,500-3,000 depending on length and inclusions
  • Processing time: typically 4-8 weeks before departure, but can be longer or result in last-minute cancellation
  • No express or expedited visa service exists outside the tour operator's standard timeline

Tips for Egypt travelers

  • Confirm current entry policy before booking anything - North Korea has repeatedly suspended foreign tourism with little notice
  • Only work with reputable, licensed tour operators; there is no way to visit independently or apply for a visa directly as an individual
  • Egyptian nationals should also check for any specific bilateral restrictions or advisories through the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs before traveling
  • Be prepared for the trip to be cancelled or rescheduled by North Korean authorities even after approval
  • Carrying unauthorized reading material, GPS devices, or photography of restricted sites is strictly forbidden and can result in detention

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.