North Korea

North Korea

North Korea passport ranking

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The data for the Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea is based on the 2023 Passport Index, as relevant indicators were either unavailable or not updated for 2024. Ranking 199th in the Global Passport Index, the Democratic Peoples Republic of Koreas passport offers visa-free access to just 9 countries. In contrast to higher-ranking passports, it allows visa-on-arrival in 27 countries and electronic visas for 33. On the Enhanced Mobility Index, which evaluates the desirability and strategic importance of accessible destinations, the Democratic People\'s Republic of Korea ranks 193rd. Due to the absence of data on Quality of Living and Investment Index indicators, its ranking is primarily based on its limited travel freedom and diplomatic influence, as reflected in the Enhanced Mobility Index.
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Enhanced Mobility Index

The Enhanced Mobility Index carries the most weight (50%) and is based on the travel benefits that each passport gives the holder, while also taking into account the level of “attractiveness” of the destination country based on its quality of life.

Score Tooltip The number of points attributed to the country is the sum of the weight of Visa Requirements required to enter a country or territory multiplied by the weight of the country’s “attractiveness” (this is based on four tiers to assess the quality of life - 1, ¾, ½ or ⅓ depending on the country).
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  • 196

    Countries Tooltip The total access is the sum of Visa-Free Access, Visa-Free (limited days), Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), and Visa on Arrival, which are each weighted to varying degrees.

  • 2

    Free Access Tooltip When the number of days allowed in the country is not applicable or is unspecified. Visa-free access is given a weight of 1.0.

  • 33

    Electronic Visa Tooltip eTA is an entry requirement for visa-exempt foregin nationals traveling to or transiting in a country. This also includes Electronic Visa Waivers and is weighted at 0.9.

  • 7

    Free Access
    (limited days) Tooltip Visa-free access when the number of days allowed is determined. Visa-Free (limited days) access is given a weight of 1.0

  • 1

    Electronic Travel
    Authorization(eTA) Tooltip eTA is an entry requirement for visa-exempt foregin nationals traveling to or transiting in a country. This also includes Electronic Visa Waivers and is weighted at 0.9.

  • 27

    On-arrival visas Tooltip You do not need to secure a visa for the country you are visiting before arriving there. Your visa will be provided only when you reach the first port of entry to your destination. Visa on Arrival is given a weight of 0.9.

  • 126

    Visa Required Tooltip Possession of a valid visa is required for entry and cannot be obtained on arrival. Visa required is given a weight of 0.

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