Can Japanese citizens travel to North Korea?

Every year a few thousand people visit North Korea, and the number is growing steadily. I would like to add here that it is completely possible for US citizens, Japanese citizens and Israeli citizens to visit North Korea.

What countries can travel to North Korea?

The only nationalities restricted from travel to North Korea are tourists travelling on South Korean (Republic of Korea) and United States of America (USA) passports. All other nationalities are legally allowed to visit the DPRK. Once you have visited North Korea, your travels to any other countries are not affected.

Is it legal to visit North Korea?

In principle, any person is allowed to travel to North Korea; only South Koreans and journalists are routinely denied, although there have been some exceptions for journalists.

Can Russian citizens travel to North Korea?

You can enter North Korea through China or Russia, either by air or a train. So, you have to check the visa and entry requirements for those countries as well. At the entry point, the North Korean officers will stamp your passport, but you will need to give it to your guides until you depart.

Is North Korea safe for American tourists?

North Korea – Level 4: Do Not Travel Do not travel to North Korea due to COVID-19 and the serious risk of arrest and long-term detention of U.S. nationals. Do not travel to North Korea due to COVID-19 and the serious risk of arrest and long-term detention of U.S. nationals.

Are US citizens allowed to visit North Korea?

The U.S. has barred the use of an American passport to enter North Korea since 2017, making limited, one-time exceptions for some citizens such as aid workers and journalists.

Who is allowed to travel to North Korea?

All other nationalities are legally allowed to visit the DPRK. You are allowed to travel to North Korea if you are a South Korean who has taken up a new nationality or are a person of South Korean heritage.

Can a US citizen have dual citizenship in South Korea?

The amended Act allows a person holding dual citizenship by birth (e.g., a child born to South Korean parents in the United States) to maintain both citizenships by submitting to the Minister of Justice a pledge that he or she will not exercise the non-Korean citizenship in South Korea.

Can a dual citizen enter another country with a US passport?

U.S. nationals, including dual nationals, must use a U.S. passport to enter and leave the United States. Dual nationals may also be required by the foreign country to use its passport to enter and leave that country. Use of the foreign passport to travel to or from a country other than the United States is not inconsistent with U.S. law.

Can I enter North Korea from South Korea without special validation?

Note: you cannot enter North Korea through the Demilitarized Zone from South Korea. If you enter North Korea without a special validation: the Department of State can revoke your passport for misuse under 22 C.F.R. 51.62 (a) (2).