🇮🇱 Israel visa requirements for North Korean citizens
Yes — North Korean citizens need a visa to enter Israel, normally arranged through an embassy or consulate before traveling.
Entry rules for North Korea passport holders
North Korean citizens must obtain a visa before traveling to Israel. Applications generally go through a Israel embassy or consulate and require a completed form, passport photos, proof of accommodation and onward travel, and sometimes travel insurance. Start the process several weeks before your planned trip, as processing times vary.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Israel immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The North Korean passport ranks #187 worldwide, opening 40 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (9 visa-free, 29 with a visa on arrival and 2 with an eTA). Israel is not among them — it is one of the 109 destinations that still require an embassy visa or an application before departure.
The arrangement is reciprocal: Israeli citizens traveling to North Korea face the same requirement (visa required).
Across Western Asia as a whole, 3 of 17 destinations are open to North Korean travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
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Frequently asked questions
Do North Korean citizens need a visa for Israel?
Yes — North Korean citizens need a visa to enter Israel, normally arranged through an embassy or consulate before traveling.
What currency is used in Israel?
The currency in Israel is the Israeli new shekel (₪). The capital city is Jerusalem.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: Visa required for North Korean citizens traveling to Israel. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the Israel embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.