Originally Posted by N227UA
North Korea is the toughest country to visit in the world without a question.
BTW, in my understanding, North Korea widely accepts Americans for visiting. FYI, only 1500 foreigners are permitted to visit North Korea each year. Did you have any personal security issue in North Korea?
Probably second toughest after Turkmenistan - where tourist visas just don't happen.
The figure is about 1200 and US citizens are generally NOT allowed. Up until '95 this was a US government ruling....when that was changed the DRPK implemented the restriction instead. The last time US citizens were allowed in was in 2002 for the Arirang Games.
Personal security issues? No, not at all. One of the most heavily policed and controlled states in the world. Biggest risk would have been a sudden escalation of tension in the peninsula leading to war.