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North Korea: Travel guide, visas and free housing · 2026

North Korea, officially the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), is a country in East Asia.

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Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Essential travel onlyEssential travel only, across the whole country.
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New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 4The authority advises against travel altogether.
  • wrongful detention
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Do not travel to North Korea due to wrongful detention and other risks . Do not travel to North Korea due to the continuing serious risk of arrest, long-term detention, and the threat of wrongful detention of U.S. citizens. Do not travel to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea for any reason. U.S.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory
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