🚫Continuation of National Emergency Regarding North Korea Announced
The regulatory notice details the ongoing national emergency in relation to North Korea due to its provocative actions, nuclear proliferation, and threats to U.S. security. It references multiple executive orders that expand restrictions and outlines the continuous threat posed by North Korea's government, warranting the extension of the state's emergency powers.
Learn More🚫U.S. Passport Travel Restrictions to North Korea Extended to 2026
On September 1, 2017, all U.S. passports were declared invalid for travel to, in, or through the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), unless specially validated for such travel. The restriction was extended for one year in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 and, if not renewed, the restriction is set to expire on August 31, 2025. This notice extends the restriction until August 31, 2026, unless extended or revoked by the Secretary of State.
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