How to get a North Korea visa from Gambia

• The North Korea tourist visa is issued to Gambians who are visiting North Korea for tourism purposes.
• It is not possible to travel to North Korea independently; you must join a group tour or a private tour.
• All tourists must be on an approved and guided tour with an authorized tour operator.
• Your travel agency is required to provide for your accommodation while in North Korea.
• During your time in North Korea, you are not allowed to enroll in one of the academic institutions.
• If the applicant is employed, a letter from the applicant’s employer introducing the employer and stating the job position the applicant is holding in the company. The duration and purpose of the trip should be stated in the letter.
• Minors should ensure they have the original copy of their birth certificate. They should also provide a notarized consent signed by both their parents.
• A document that shows you will return to your country after your stay expires should be provided. For example, a return ticket.
• Foreigners on this visa are not allowed to engage in business activities or work while they are in the country.
• Tourists are not allowed to take pictures. You can face long imprisonment if you are caught taking pictures.
• You are not allowed to wander alone as you can face deportation once you are caught doing so.
• Journalists and those of political status are not allowed entry into North Korea.
• A trip to North Korea can be challenging. Gambians are expected to abide by all the rules or face serious consequences.
  

• The North- Korean business visa is for business-oriented travelers who want to improve the relationship between themselves and their partner in North Korea.
• With this visa, foreigners are free to negotiate and sign business contracts with their partners in the country.
• Foreigners on this visa can attend conferences, trade fairs, and business summits.
• An official letter of invitation from the host company is required. The letter should be written on the company’s letterhead and be signed by an authorized signatory.
• Certificate of Business Registration of the inviting company should be submitted with the other necessary documents.
• If the host company or the applicant’s employer is going to take responsibility for the applicant’s expenses, it should be stated in the business letter.
• If the host is not covering expenses, proof of your travel insurance must be provided. This must show that your entire expenses during your stay will be covered.
• Proof of previous business dealings between the two companies should be provided, if any.
• Proof of group travel should be provided if you are traveling in a group.
• Travelers should provide proof of means of accommodation while North Korea.
• Proof of the incentive of returning to your country must be provided. For example; your original marriage certificate or the original of your child’s birth certificate would suffice.
• Foreigners are not allowed to talk with the locals of North Korea, you might face deportation if you are caught doing so.
• Gambians are not permitted to receive payment for the services they render in North Korea.
• Gambians should make sure they abide by the rules provided or face serious consequences.
  

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.

If you hold a North Korean tourist visa which allows you to stay in the country for a maximum of 90 days, you are not permitted to take up paid employment in the country.