Which Korea does not allow visitors?

Individual tourists are not permitted to enter North Korea. Before the pandemic, the majority of visitors signed up with a company like Koryo Tours and visited in a group led by government-assigned minders and tour guides. The places they visited were strictly chosen and controlled.



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You will need a visa to enter North Korea. For further information contact the Embassy of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea ( DPRK ) in London by email at [email protected], or by telephone on 020 8992 4965.

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

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In general, you can take photos freely in North Korea. However, there are a few points to keep in mind. – Always ask permission before taking a photo of a person. – You cannot take pictures of soldiers, military installations, police, construction sites and public buildings.

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Firstly there is no shortage of booze in North Korea, and no limit on consumption. It could even be considered a national pastime – much like life in South Korea, China and much of East Asia. The main drink of choice is soju. Soju is a clear spirit made from rice, wheat or barley.

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