North KoreaAfghanistan: e-Visa

North KoreaAfghanistan

Do North Korea passport holders need a visa for Afghanistan?

e-Visa

Yes. North Korea passport holders need a visa for Afghanistan, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: mumbai.mfa.gov.af (checked May 17, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance4,983 km, straight line (~6h 22m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Afghanistan0 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Afghanistan passport holders visiting North Korea: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Afghanistan

North Korea passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for North Korea passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do North Korea passport holders need a visa for Afghanistan?

Yes. North Korea passport holders need a visa for Afghanistan, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How long can North Korea citizens stay in Afghanistan without a visa?

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Afghanistan from North Korea?

About 4,983 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 22m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Afghanistan?

Afghan afghani (AFN).

What is the emergency number in Afghanistan?

100 / 101 / 102 / 112.

What time zone is Afghanistan in?

Kabul (UTC+4:30).

What is the nearest airport to Kabul?

Kabul International Airport (KBL), about 6 km away.

How many countries can enter Afghanistan without a visa?

0 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Afghanistan visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can North Korea passport holders visit without a visa instead of Afghanistan?

Iran, Nepal.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About North Korea

North Korea, officially the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), is a country in East Asia. It constitutes the northern half of the Korean Peninsula and borders China and Russia to the north at the Yalu (Amnok) and Tumen rivers, and South Korea to the south at the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). The country's western border is formed by the Yellow Sea, while its eastern border is defined by the Sea of Japan. Pyongyang is the capital and largest city.

CapitalPyongyang

RegionEastern Asia

Population26.6M

Area120,538 km²

CurrencyNorth Korean won

LanguagesKorean

Calling code+850

Drives on theright

TimezonePyongyang (UTC+9)

Nearest airportPyongyang Sunan International Airport (FNJ), 23 km

UNESCO sites3

Income levelLow income

Climate in Pyongyang

Warmest August, coolest December, driest December, sunniest April.

Monthly climate normals for Pyongyang, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	3.3°C	-5.4°C	39mm	238h
February	5.2°C	-4.5°C	32mm	202h
March	11°C	-1.2°C	8mm	305h
April	16.1°C	3.6°C	27mm	320h
May	22°C	12°C	192mm	243h
June	26.9°C	17.2°C	212mm	276h
July	27°C	19.4°C	236mm	262h
August	28.6°C	23°C	764mm	184h
September	23.7°C	15.7°C	230mm	241h
October	17.5°C	7.1°C	28mm	277h
November	10.3°C	0.5°C	58mm	235h
December	0.1°C	-7.6°C	7mm	222h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

North Korea, officially the Democratic People's Republic of Korea or DPRK, is the world's most isolated country and has usually been referred to as the "Hermit Kingdom". It's on the Korean Peninsula in East Asia, which has been divided between North and South Korea since the 1950s.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Goguryeo tombs
Historic Monuments and Sites in Kaesong
Mount Kumgang

Full source list on About.

About Afghanistan

Afghanistan, officially the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, is a landlocked country located at the crossroads of Central and South Asia. It is bordered by Pakistan to the east and south, Iran to the west, Turkmenistan to the northwest, Uzbekistan to the north, Tajikistan to the northeast, and China to the northeast and east. Occupying 652,864 square kilometers (252,072 sq mi) of land, the country is predominantly mountainous with plains in the north and the southwest, which are separated by the Hindu Kush mountain range. Kabul is the country's capital and largest city. Afghanistan's population is estimated to be between 35 and 50 million.

CapitalKabul

RegionSouthern Asia

Population43.8M

Area652,230 km²

CurrencyAfghan afghani (1 USD ≈ 64.89 AFN)

LanguagesDari, Pashto, Turkmen

Calling code+93

Drives on theright

TimezoneKabul (UTC+4:30)

Nearest airportKabul International Airport (KBL), 6 km

Emergency number100 / 101 / 102 / 112

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLow income

GDP per capita$417 (2024)

Climate in Kabul

Warmest August, coolest January, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, July, August, September.

Monthly climate normals for Kabul, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	-0.6°C	-10.2°C	53mm	208h
February	5.2°C	-6.4°C	64mm	255h
March	10.4°C	0.8°C	116mm	232h
April	17.2°C	4.8°C	66mm	314h
May	23.6°C	9.8°C	43mm	369h
June	30°C	15°C	4mm	393h
July	31.7°C	16.7°C	2mm	399h
August	31.9°C	17.8°C	20mm	387h
September	27.4°C	11.9°C	7mm	350h
October	21.1°C	5.6°C	2mm	326h
November	11.2°C	-1.8°C	44mm	247h
December	6.3°C	-4.2°C	26mm	249h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Afghanistan is a landlocked country at the crossroads of Central and South Asia. The country shares borders with Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Iran, Pakistan, China, and the disputed Kashmir territory.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cultural Landscape and Archaeological Remains of the Bamiyan Valley
Minaret and Archaeological Remains of Jam

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