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Andorra to North Korea visa requirements

Andorran ordinary passport holders need a visa for North Korea (DPRK). There is no visa-free, eVisa, ETA, or self-service visa-on-arrival route. In practice, tourism is also not currently available to Andorran passport holders: as of 20 June 2026, specialist operator updates say North Korea remains open only to limited Russian passport-holder arrangements and closed to general international tourism. An Andorran ordinary passport holder must have a visa to enter North Korea. Official government travel advice from the UK, Canada, Australia and France consistently treats DPRK entry as visa-required, and specialist DPRK operators state that all tourists, regardless of citizenship, need a North Korea visa. There is no official eVisa, ETA, visa-free or self-service visa-on-arrival channel for Andorran tourists. When tourism is available, the practical route is to book an approved guided tour through an authorized operator, which coordinates with DPRK-side partners and authorities. The visa is normally issued as a separate paper tourist card handed to the traveller before entry, usually in China or Russia, and retained by DPRK authorities on exit; in limited cases a sticker visa may be issued by a DPRK mission. Independent travel is not permitted: foreign tourists must remain with official guides and travel only on the approved itinerary. Critically, current tourism access is the limiting factor. GOV.UK says North Korea's borders have been closed to general entry since the 2020 COVID restrictions and only limited tourism has restarted. Koryo Tours' 11 June 2026 update says tourism is open only to Russian passport-holders and unavailable to all others, and Young Pioneer Tours' 17 June 2026 update says international tourism remains closed except limited Russian-national arrangements. An Andorran traveller should therefore treat the route as visa-required and currently not practically bookable for tourism until a wider reopening is confirmed by operators and relevant authorities.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-20
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-20
Visa type
Tourist visa / paper tourist card via authorized guided-tour operator
Maximum stay
Specific approved guided-tour dates
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
Not currently available for Andorran tourists while general tourism remains suspended; historical tourist-card route around EUR 60 via China
consular fee only
Processing time
Not currently available for Andorran tourists; when tours resume, operators commonly start visa work weeks before departure
standard track
Validity
Issued for the specific authorized tour dates
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm North Korea is admitting Andorran tourists
Before booking anything, verify current access with an authorized DPRK tour operator and relevant government travel advice. As of 20 June 2026, operator updates say general international tourism remains suspended and access is limited to Russian passport-holder arrangements.
· Critical status check· Currently not generally open
/02
Book through an authorized guided-tour operator
Independent travel and self-arranged tourist visas are not available. Choose a reputable operator that works with DPRK-side partners and can confirm whether Andorran passport holders are being accepted.
· Mandatory guided tour· No independent travel
/03
Submit visa details and documents
When tourism reopens for your nationality, provide the operator with a completed DPRK visa application form or personal details, a passport bio-page copy or scan, and a recent passport-style photo. Operators commonly do not need the physical passport for the standard tourist-card route.
· Passport copy· Photo· Application details
/04
Operator seeks DPRK approval
The operator handles DPRK-side liaison and visa approval. Koryo Tours says applications are sent to Pyongyang about 40 days before a tour and authorization can take up to two weeks, so last-minute trips are unrealistic.
· Operator-filed· Weeks ahead
/05
Collect the tourist card before entry
If approved, the visa is usually handed to you as a separate paper tourist card at a pre-tour briefing in China or Russia before crossing into North Korea. Limited embassy-sticker routes may exist where there is a DPRK mission.
· Separate paper card· Pre-entry briefing
/06
Travel only on the approved itinerary
Foreign tourists must remain with official guides, follow the approved itinerary, register through the hotel or host organization for stays over 24 hours, and comply with strict customs, photo and device rules.
· Guides required· Strict rules
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

15 items
Personalized checklist
Andorra -> North Korea · Tourist visa / paper tourist card via authorized guided-tour operator
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RequiredConfirmation that North Korea is currently accepting Andorran tourists
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredBooking with an authorized DPRK guided-tour operator
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredAndorran ordinary passport valid at least 6 months beyond expected departure
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted DPRK tourist visa / tourist-card application details
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPassport bio-page copy or colour scan
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent passport-style colour photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredTourist card / DPRK visa approval before travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
ConditionalTransit documents for China or Russia, if using those departure points
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required if applicable
ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from a country with yellow fever risk
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required if applicable
RequiredValid travel insurance accepted by the operator and usable despite North Korea travel advisories
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedUsable blank passport page, especially for transit or if a sticker visa is issued
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
recommended
RecommendedAwareness of strict in-country rules on movement, photos, communications devices and contact with locals
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Koryo Tours - How to get a North Korea visa / tourist card
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
DPRK tourist card / visa processingNot currently availableAndorran tourism access is suspended; historical Koryo China-issued tourist-card route was EUR 60 including agent fee
DPRK embassy visa routeMission-specificHistorically around EUR 10 plus operator handling when available; only possible in limited cases
Mandatory guided tour packageOperator-specificNot a government visa fee, but unavoidable because independent tourism is not permitted
Total estimateNot currently availableNot currently availableincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

DPRK mission sticker route
Mission-specific and limited
In limited cases a DPRK mission may issue a sticker visa after the operator has obtained authorization; appointments and fees vary by mission.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa required for all tourists
Government travel advice and specialist DPRK operators support that tourists need a visa before entering North Korea; there is no Andorra visa-waiver, eVisa, ETA or self-service VOA route.
High
/02
General tourism currently suspended
As of 20 June 2026, current operator updates say North Korea tourism is open only to limited Russian passport-holder arrangements and unavailable to other nationalities, including Andorrans.
High
/03
Mandatory guided-tour system
Independent tourism is not permitted; tourists must be booked through an authorized operator and accompanied by official guides throughout.
High
/04
Visa issued for a specific tour
The tourist card is tied to the approved itinerary and dates, so you cannot use it for independent entry or flexible travel.
Medium
/05
Border status changes without notice
Brief partial openings, such as the 2025 Rason window, have been reversed quickly, so approvals and itineraries can change at short notice.
Medium
/06
Strict conduct and customs rules
Phones, GPS equipment, media, Korean-language materials and photography are tightly controlled, and violations can lead to detention or confiscation.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-20
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review against government and specialist DPRK operator sources; confirmed the visa-required verdict, current general-tourism suspension for non-Russian passport holders, guided-tour requirement and tourist-card process.
2026-06-20 · major
AD to North Korea official-source refresh
Added checked-date and refreshed lastVerifiedAt, replaced Wikipedia and broad secondary sourcing with UK/Canada/Australia/France government advice plus current Koryo/YPT operator updates, clarified that tourism is currently not practically available to Andorrans, softened unavailable fee/processing figures, corrected passport/blank-page wording, added conditional yellow-fever and transit notes, corrected related US/China notes, and added Chinese content.
2026-05-30
AD to North Korea route verified
Earlier check confirmed that Andorran ordinary passport holders are visa-required, must use an authorized tour operator, and that general tourism remained largely closed to Western visitors as of mid-2026.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can an Andorran visit North Korea visa-free?
No. Andorran ordinary passport holders need a North Korea visa arranged before travel; there is no visa-free, eVisa, ETA or self-service visa-on-arrival route.
Can Andorran tourists visit North Korea right now?+
Can I apply for the DPRK tourist visa myself?+
Is the visa stamped in my passport?+
How much does it cost and how long does it take?+
Can I travel around North Korea independently?+
What documents do I need when tourism reopens?+
/11 — Passport tools

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