The North Korea Embassy in India is an official diplomatic mission of North Korea, located in New Delhi. It provides visa information, North Korea passport services, consular assistance and support for North Korea citizens living in India and travelers heading to North Korea.
The Embassy of North Korea in New Delhi represents the government of North Korea in India and manages the bilateral relationship between the two countries, covering diplomacy, trade and cultural exchange. As North Korea's principal mission in the country, it works directly with the India government and oversees consular services nationwide.
Citizens and residents of India traveling to North Korea come here for visa guidance and application requirements. North Korea citizens living in India rely on the mission for passport renewals, civil registry matters such as birth and marriage registration, notarial services and emergency assistance.
Apply for a North Korea visa for tourism, study, work, business or transit. The embassy provides visa information and application guidance for citizens and residents of India.
Passport renewal and replacement for North Korea citizens abroad, including lost or stolen passports and emergency travel documents.
Consular help for North Korea citizens in distress: accidents, hospitalization, arrest, lost documents or crisis situations in India. Emergency contact procedures are published on the official website.
Authentication and certification of official documents for use abroad — powers of attorney, certified copies and signature legalization for papers moving between the North Korea and India legal systems.
Registration of life events for North Korea nationals abroad: births, marriages and deaths are entered into the national civil registry so they are recognized at home.
Referrals to local legal resources and lists of lawyers for North Korea citizens involved in legal proceedings in India.
Entry requirements for North Korea depend on your nationality, the purpose of your trip and how long you plan to stay. Some travelers enter visa free for short visits while others need a visa or electronic authorization — check the current rules with this embassy or on the official North Korea immigration portal before booking travel.
Work, study and family visas usually require sponsorship or admission first and take longer to process than visitor visas. Typical North Korea visa documents include a valid passport, photos, proof of funds, travel insurance, accommodation details and purpose specific papers. Apply well before travel and book your visa appointment early.
Officers refuse incomplete files more often than weak ones — run through this checklist before your appointment:
Requirements vary by visa type and nationality — the official checklist from the North Korea authorities is always the final word.
The embassy may close on India public holidays as well as North Korea national holidays — always confirm before visiting.
Free to call from any phone, 24 hours. In immediate danger, call local emergency services first.
Call +91-11-4254 8834 during office hours, email embassydprkin@yahoo.com.
The embassy is located at S-362, Panchsheel Park, Malviya Nagar New Delhi 110017
Contact the embassy or check the official website for the current application procedure — many countries route applications through online portals and visa application centers. Book an appointment before visiting.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality, the purpose of travel and length of stay. Check the current rules with this embassy or on the official North Korea immigration portal before booking travel.
The mission is generally open on weekdays (08:30–12:00–14:00–17:00 on Mondays) and closed on weekends and public holidays of both countries. Check the live status in the office hours panel on this page.
Visa information and applications, passport services for North Korea citizens, document notarization and legalization, civil registry matters, and emergency consular assistance.
Almost always, yes. Most missions require appointments for visa and passport services; walk-in availability is limited to emergencies. Book through the official website.
Call the local emergency number 101 first for immediate danger. For consular help — lost passports, accidents, arrests — contact the mission at +91-11-4254 8834 during office hours or use the emergency line on the official website.