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Do North Korea passport holders need a visa for Russia?

e-Visa

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

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

Source: mofa.gov.sa (checked September 16, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance6,413 km, straight line (~8h 3m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Russia43 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

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 Russia?

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

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

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Russia from North Korea?

About 6,413 km in a straight line, roughly ~8h 3m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Russia?

Russian ruble (RUB).

What is the emergency number in Russia?

01 / 02 / 03 / 101 / 102 / 103 / 112.

What time zone is Russia in?

Moscow (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Moscow?

Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), about 28 km away.

How many countries can enter Russia without a visa?

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

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	-5.3°C	39mm	238h
February	5.1°C	-4.3°C	31mm	202h
March	11°C	-1°C	8mm	305h
April	16.1°C	3.8°C	27mm	320h
May	22°C	12.2°C	191mm	243h
June	26.9°C	17.3°C	210mm	276h
July	27°C	19.5°C	238mm	262h
August	28.6°C	23.2°C	765mm	184h
September	23.7°C	15.8°C	230mm	241h
October	17.4°C	7.2°C	28mm	277h
November	10.3°C	0.7°C	58mm	235h
December	0°C	-7.5°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

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About Russia

Russia, or the Russian Federation, is a country in Eastern Europe and North Asia. It is the largest country in the world, spanning eleven time zones and sharing land borders with fourteen countries. With a population of over 140 million, Russia is the most populous country in Europe and the ninth-most populous in the world. It is a highly urbanised country, with sixteen of its urban areas having more than 1 million inhabitants. Moscow, the most populous metropolitan area in Europe, is the capital and largest city of Russia, while Saint Petersburg is its second-largest city and a major cultural centre.

CapitalMoscow

RegionEastern Europe

Population143.5M

Area17,098,242 km²

CurrencyRussian ruble (1 USD ≈ 83.93 RUB)

LanguagesRussian

Calling code+7

Drives on theright

TimezoneMoscow (UTC+3)

Nearest airportSheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), 28 km

Emergency number01 / 02 / 03 / 101 / 102 / 103 / 112

UNESCO sites40

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$17,547 (2025)

Tourist arrivals6.4M (2020)

Climate in Moscow

Warmest July, coolest December, driest April, sunniest June.

Monthly climate normals for Moscow, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	1.2°C	-2.2°C	45mm	29h
February	1.5°C	-4°C	35mm	108h
March	7.4°C	-0.8°C	44mm	208h
April	8.6°C	-0.4°C	29mm	285h
May	15.5°C	6.8°C	116mm	279h
June	22.8°C	13°C	89mm	384h
July	22.9°C	14.3°C	129mm	351h
August	21.9°C	12.1°C	36mm	354h
September	18.4°C	9.6°C	49mm	263h
October	12.5°C	5.7°C	44mm	167h
November	3.2°C	0°C	43mm	52h
December	-2.3°C	-6.6°C	34mm	66h

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

Russia is the world's largest country, covering more than one-eighth of the Earth's inhabited land area. Russia boasts a rich history and culture, as well as a wealth of natural attractions for those willing to head off the beaten path. Many of Russia's attractions for visitors lie in the hard-to-reach stretches of the planet's most remote lands. The best known sights are in and around the nation's principal cities of Moscow and Saint Petersburg.

Upcoming public holidays

November 4, 2026День народного единства

January 1, 2027Новый год

January 2, 2027Новогодние каникулы

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