North Korea: visa, travel warning and when to go

Visa in advance at an embassy

What do you need to enter North Korea with an Israeli passport? Visa in advance at an embassy. This page covers the entry type, the Israeli NSC travel warning and the best months to visit.

Entering North Korea with an Israeli passport

Entry type: Visa in advance at an embassy. You need to apply for a visa before you travel, usually through an embassy or consulate. The process takes longer, so start early.

Travel warning

Israel's National Security Council (NSC) has a Level 4 travel warning (avoid travel) for this country. Check the current situation before you book.

Best time to visit North Korea

The most comfortable months for weather are May, June, September, October. This is based on general climate seasons only, not on prices, tourist season or security.

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Sources: entry requirements from Wikipedia and Timatic; travel warnings from Israel's National Security Council. Before you travel, check with the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the destination's official website.

FAQ

Do Israelis need a visa for North Korea?

Visa in advance at an embassy. You need to apply for a visa before you travel, usually through an embassy or consulate. The process takes longer, so start early.

Is there an Israeli travel warning for North Korea?

Israel's National Security Council (NSC) has a Level 4 travel warning (avoid travel) for this country. Check the current situation before you book.

When is the best time to visit North Korea?

The most comfortable months for weather are May, June, September, October. This is based on general climate seasons only, not on prices, tourist season or security.