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Tourism in Korea (Dem Rep) is currently permitted only in officially organised groups. Visas can be obtained through officially recognised travel companies or the nearest Korea (Dem Rep) Embassy.

Valid passport required by all, including nationals of Korea (Dem Rep).

Required by all, including nationals of Korea (Dem Rep).

Ordinary and Tourist: £30.

Consular section of the General Delegation of the DPRK or of the nearest Korean (Dem Rep) Embassy. Applications should be made by an officially recognised tour operator.

(a) Valid passport. (b) One passport-size photo. (c) One completed application form. (d) Tour confirmation from recognised travel company. (e) Proof of sufficient funds to cover stay. (f) Copy of applicant’s passport.

Approximately 20 days.

For stays of over 24 hours registration with the MFA is required, although most hotels and travel agents will automatically do this for the visitor. It is advisable to contact the nearest Embassy prior to departure for further details.

Embassy of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea in the UK
73 Gunnersbury Avenue, Ealing, London W5 4LP, UK
Tel: (020) 8992 4965.
Fax: (020) 8992 2053.

Central District, Pyongyang, Korea (Dem Rep)
Tel: (2) 381 8901.
E-mail: nta@silibank.com

Central District, Pyongyang, Korea (Dem Rep)
Tel: (2) 31562. Fax: (2) 381 2100.

73 Gunnersbury Avenue, Ealing, London W5 4LP, UK
Tel: (020) 8992 4965. Fax: (020) 8992 2053.

3 rue Asseline, 75014 Paris, France
Tel: (1) 5654 2603.
E-mail: delegationcoree@wanadoo.fr

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Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is not a condition of entry to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. However, cholera is a risk in this country and precautions are essential. Up-to-date advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include a vaccination, as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness; see the Health appendix.

Immunisation against typhoid is highly recommended, and against poliomyelitis is generally advised.

Malaria risk is low and exists mainly in the benign vivax form.

All water should be regarded as a potential health risk. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised. Bottled water is widely available and considered fine to drink. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it is reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products which are likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Pork, salad and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.

Diarrhoeal diseases including giardiasis, dysentery and typhoid fever are common. Hepatitis B is endemic in the area. Hepatitis A and E also occur along with tuberculosis. Epidemics of Japanese encephalitis and dengue fever may occur.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay.

‘People’s Hospitals’ and clinics are found throughout the country, but resources can be limited and basic. At present, emergency medical flights are not permitted into the country. Tourist sites generally provide medical facilities. International travellers are strongly advised to take out health insurance.

Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2006-June 2007 period.

Jan 1 2006 New Year’s Day. Feb 16 Kim Jong-iI’s Birthday. Apr 15 Day of the Sun/Kim Il-sung’s Birthday. Apr 25 Foundation of the People’s Army. May 1 International Workers’ Day. Jul 27 Victory Day. Aug 15 Anniversary of Liberation. Sep 9 Independence Day. Oct 5-7 Ch’usok (Harvest Moon Festival). Oct 10 Foundation of the Korean Workers’ Party. Dec 27 Constitution Day.
Jan 1 2007 New Year’s Day. Feb 16 Kim Jong-il’s Birthday. Apr 15 Day of the Sun/Kim Il-sung’s Birthday. Apr 25 Foundation of the People’s Army. May 1 International Workers’ Day.