The Embassy of Korea Democratc Republic in Berlin serves as the main point of contact for North Korean nationals in Germany, handling consular matters and bilateral diplomatic relations.
Contact Details
| Address | Glinkastraße 5-7, 10117 Berlin, Germany |
| Telephone | +49 30 20 62 59 90 |
| Fax | +49 30 22 93 191 |
| info@dprkorea-emb.de | |
| Website | www.bmeia.gv.at/oeb-berlin |
| Head of Mission | Mr. Chol Jun Kim, Ambassador |
Opening Hours Embassy
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 14:00 – 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 14:00 – 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 14:00 – 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 14:00 – 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 – 12:00 / 14:00 – 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Please note that opening hours may change on public holidays. Contact the embassy to confirm current times.
Location of the Embassy
The embassy location is shown on the map above. Visitors are advised to confirm travel arrangements before their visit.
About the North Korean Embassy in Berlin
The Embassy of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea in Berlin represents North Korea in Germany and serves as the country's official diplomatic mission in the Federal Republic of Germany. Germany and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea established diplomatic relations in 2001.
Bilateral relations are limited and take place within a wider international framework shaped by security policy, sanctions and human rights issues. Germany supports international efforts aimed at addressing North Korea's nuclear and ballistic missile programmes and promotes dialogue on the human rights situation in the country.
Visa Information
Citizens of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea require a visa to travel to Germany. Short visits normally require a Schengen visa, while longer stays require the appropriate German national visa.
The German Embassy in Pyongyang is currently closed. As a result, applicants residing in North Korea cannot rely on normal local visa services there. Anyone planning to apply for a German visa should first obtain current instructions from the German Federal Foreign Office regarding the competent German mission and the applicable procedure.
German citizens also require a visa to enter North Korea. According to the German Federal Foreign Office, the visa is generally issued by the North Korean Embassy in Berlin. In exceptional cases, another North Korean embassy, such as the mission in Beijing, may issue the visa.
North Korean visas normally require an invitation from the North Korean side. For organised tourist travel, the necessary arrangements are usually handled through the tour operator. Processing can take several weeks, so travellers should verify the current procedure well before any intended journey.
Consular Services
The North Korean Embassy in Berlin is the principal point of contact in Germany for diplomatic and consular matters relating to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
- Visa applications for travel to North Korea
- Passport and travel document matters for eligible North Korean citizens
- Consular certificates and selected document services
- Authentication and other official document procedures
- Consular assistance for North Korean citizens in Germany
- Information relating to travel and entry requirements
Public information about individual consular procedures is comparatively limited. Therefore, applicants should confirm the required documents and procedure directly with the embassy before submitting an application.
Appointments
No comprehensive official online appointment procedure for all consular services could be confirmed. Applicants should therefore contact the North Korean Embassy in Berlin directly before visiting to clarify whether an appointment or prior submission of documents is required for the requested service.
Visa procedures are a particular case. The German Federal Foreign Office states that application documents can generally be sent to the embassy in advance, while personal attendance is usually required for the actual issuance of the visa.
Diplomatic Missions between North Korea and Germany
The Democratic People's Republic of Korea is represented in Germany by the Embassy of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea in Berlin. The current official German directory does not list additional North Korean Consulates General, consulates or honorary consulates elsewhere in Germany.
Germany maintains an embassy in Pyongyang. However, the German Embassy in Pyongyang is currently closed and has been temporarily closed since 2020. Consequently, normal German consular services are presently not available through the embassy inside North Korea.
Because of this exceptional situation, travellers and applicants should verify current responsibilities directly with the German Federal Foreign Office before relying on a particular German mission for consular or visa matters.
Frequently Asked Questions about the North Korean Embassy in Berlin
Do German citizens need a visa to travel to North Korea?
Yes. German citizens require a visa to enter North Korea. The visa is generally issued by the North Korean Embassy in Berlin, although another North Korean mission may be involved in exceptional cases.
Do North Korean citizens need a visa to travel to Germany?
Yes. Citizens of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea require a visa for Germany. However, the German Embassy in Pyongyang is currently closed, so applicants should obtain current information about the responsible German mission before applying.
Do I need an appointment at the North Korean Embassy in Berlin?
A general official appointment procedure for all services is not publicly documented. Applicants should contact the embassy directly before visiting. For visa issuance, personal attendance is generally required.
Does North Korea have other consulates in Germany?
No additional North Korean consulates or honorary consulates are currently listed by the German Federal Foreign Office. The embassy in Berlin is the country's listed diplomatic representation in Germany.
Information provided on this page about the Embassy of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea in Berlin is intended for general reference only. Contact details, appointment procedures, entry requirements and available services may change. Always confirm current information directly with the embassy or the responsible consular authority before your visit.