Cambodia Visa for North Korean Citizens & How to Apply
A visa is REQUIRED for North Korean passport holders visiting Cambodia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa types | Requirements | Information | Application |
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Tourist (Type-T) | Visa required | For North Korean nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. | Get it as soon as 20:00 - Friday - 13 December, 2024 6 days 11 hours from now |
Business (Type-E) | Visa required |
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Get it as soon as 20:00 - Friday - 13 December, 2024 6 days 11 hours from now |
Transit visa | Not required | For North Korean transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP). |
Do North Korean citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. As of December 2024, 25,888,824 North Korean passport holders require a valid visa to enter Cambodia. It allows a single entry and a maximum stay of 30 days in Cambodia for tourism purposes. North Korean passports must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for a minimum of six months at the time of application.
Visa requirement summary:
Can North Korean citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? | Yes, North Korean passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia. |
eVisa fee: | eVisa fee for North Korean citizens is 67500 KPW. |
eVisa processing time: | 3-5 working days (Earliest is 20:30 - Thursday - 12 December, 2024 at Pyongyang local time) |
Visa on arrival eligibility: | North Korean passport holders are eligible to obtain a visa on arrival (VoA) for Cambodia. |
How to apply? | Online eVisa application |
What are requirements to get Cambodia evisa for North Korea citizens?
Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for North Korean citizens:
- Your North Korea passport must be valid for at least 6 months of your entry into Cambodia and should have at least 2 black pages.
- A soft copy of your full passport personal detail page (in jpeg format)
- A soft copy of your portrait photo (in jpeg format, meeting the Cambodia evisa photo requirements - 4x6cm, white background).
- An active email to receive Evisa
- A credit card/debit card to make payment.
Diplomatic Missions of Cambodia in North Korea
Address
Rue de L'universite Commune Mouscou, Taedonggang District Pyongyang North Korea
Phone
+8502 238 17283
Fax
+8502 238 17625
Working hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm
(Close now)
Current time
Pyong-yang: 08:35 AM (Asia/Pyongyang)
Email
camemb.prk@mfa.gov.kh; recpyongyang@gmail.com
Address
Munsu-dong, Taedonggang District, Pyongyang, Korea D.P.R
Phone
+850 191 2500 456
Fax
+850 238 17625
Working hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm
(Close now)
Current time
Pyong-yang: 08:35 AM (Asia/Pyongyang)
Email
camemb.prk@mfaic.gov.kh
How to Get Cambodia Visa for North Korean citizens
There are three available methods for North Korean citizens and foreign passports living in North Korea to apply for a visa to Cambodia.
Applying for an eVisa from North Korea? Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Fill in a secure online eVisa form
- Upload your North Korean passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
- Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 67500 KPW)
- Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 20:00 PM, North Korea local time on 13 December 2024).
- Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.
If you are in North Korea and have questions about Cambodia visas, contact the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Pyong-yang. If you are currently outside of North Korea, contact your nearest Cambodian Embassy or Consulate. In general, a visa application at the embassy of Cambodia in North Korea may include the following documents:
- Actual (Original) North Korean passport.
- Visa application form with one (1) attached 2x2 passport photo.
- Scan of North Korean passport bio-page.
- Visa fee of $30 USD or ~ 27000 Won(KPW) in form of Money Order.
North Korean nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:
- Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 27000 Won(KPW)
- Business visas: $35 USD ~ 31500 Won(KPW)
Eligible ports of entry
North Korean visitors holding a valid eVisa can enter at one of the following ports of entry and exit in Cambodia:
Ports of entry/exit | Distance and travel time (from Pyongyang North Korea) |
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Phnom Penh International Airport | 3896.4 km / 2421.1 miles (6 hours, 29 minutes) |
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport | 3780.7 km / 2349.2 miles (6 hours, 18 minutes) |
Sihanoukville International Airport | 4056.8 km / 2520.8 miles (6 hours, 45 minutes) |
Cham Yeam | 3998.0 km / 2484.2 miles (6 hours, 39 minutes) |
Poipet | 3833.5 km / 2382.1 miles (6 hours, 23 minutes) |
Bavet | 3870.2 km / 2404.8 miles (6 hours, 27 minutes) |
Trapeang Kriel | 3604.4 km / 2239.6 miles (6 hours, 0 minutes) |
North Korea & Cambodia travel information
North Korea | Cambodia | Differences | |
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Local time | 08:35 (07 December, 2024) | 06:35 (07 December, 2024) | North Korea is 2.0 hours ahead Cambodia. |
Population | 25,888,824 | 16,947,597 | 8,941,227 more than Cambodia. |
Current weather | sky is clear -6°C (Pyongyang) | light rain 31°C (Phnom Penh) | 37°C lower than Cambodia |
Distance | Pyongyang |
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Average distance is 3863 km or 2400 miles. |
Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Cambodia is Dec. 21, 2024 which will start in 1 week, 6 days (Pyongyang local time) |
North Korea Public Holidays 2024
The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in North Korea.
Public holiday | Date to be observed | Counting down |
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December Solstice | Saturday, 21 December 2024 | 1 week, 6 days |
New Year | Wednesday, 01 January 2025 | 3 weeks, 3 days |
Victory over Genocide Day | Tuesday, 07 January 2025 | 4 weeks, 2 days |
International Women Day | Saturday, 08 March 2025 | 3 months |
March Equinox | Thursday, 20 March 2025 | 3 months, 1 week |
Labour Day | Thursday, 01 May 2025 | 4 months, 3 weeks |
Mother's Day | Sunday, 11 May 2025 | 5 months |
King's Birthday | Tuesday, 13 May 2025 | 5 months |
Father's Day | Sunday, 15 June 2025 | 6 months, 1 week |
King's Mother's Birthday | Wednesday, 18 June 2025 | 6 months, 1 week |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in North Korea?
Yes. The embassy of Cambodia in North Korea is located at Rue de L'universite Commune Mouscou, Taedonggang District Pyongyang North Korea.
How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for North Korean nationals?
The cost of an eVisa for North Korean citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 67500 KPW) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.
How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from North Korea?
The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 20:30 PM on 12 December 2024 (Pyongyang local time).
What are the best ways to obtain a visa for Cambodia?
If you are currently living in North Korea, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa online.
- Call the embassy of Cambodia in North Korea for visa information: +8502 238 17283.