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UzbekistanUzbekistan visa requirements for North Korea citizens (2026)
Embassy visa required. Yes. North Korea passport holders need a visa for Uzbekistan that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment.
Embassy visa required. Apply in person at the embassy, consulate or official visa center.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Uzbekistan visa requirements for North Korea citizens
- Requirement
- Embassy visa required
- Allowed stay
- Set by the embassy on your visa
- Embassy processing
- Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment
Typical estimate
Documents needed
- Completed visa application form
- Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports)
- 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec
- Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months)
- Employment / leave letter or business / study proof
- Hotel bookings and a flight reservation
- Travel medical insurance where required
- Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints)
How North Korea citizens apply for the Uzbekistan visa
- Choose the right visa category (tourist / visitor).
- Book an appointment at the embassy or official visa center.
- Gather documents: forms, photos, bank statements, bookings, insurance.
- Attend the appointment, give biometrics and pay the fee.
- Track the application and collect your passport.
Good to know
- About 90 nationalities are visa-free for 30 days.
Easier alternatives for North Korea passport holders
Popular destinations with simpler entry for the North Korea passport than Uzbekistan, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.
| Destination | Requirement | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | eTA / ETA required | Per visa terms |
| Thailand | e-Visa required | Per visa terms |
Uzbekistan at a glance for travellers
- 94 of 198 passports can enter Uzbekistan without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The North Korea passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 34 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Uzbekistan e-Visa: what you need to know | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Official portal | Uzbekistan e-Visa portal | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Uzbekistan entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do North Korea citizens need a visa for Uzbekistan?
Yes. North Korea passport holders need a visa for Uzbekistan that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment.
What documents do North Korea passport holders need for Uzbekistan?
Completed visa application form; Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports); 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec; Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months); Employment / leave letter or business / study proof; Hotel bookings and a flight reservation; Travel medical insurance where required; Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints).
Where do North Korea passport holders apply for a Uzbekistan visa?
At the embassy, consulate or official visa center of Uzbekistan that serves your place of residence, usually in person with an appointment and biometrics.
How long does a Uzbekistan visa take for North Korea passport holders?
Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment (typical estimate). Appointment availability varies, so start several weeks before your trip.