US advises citizens to prepare for funerals before traveling to North Korea

The U.S. State Department is urging U.S. citizens not to travel to North Korea due to threats of arrest. Additionally, diplomats are reminding Americans that they cannot travel to North Korea without special permission from the department.

The State Department has also prepared a number of recommendations for citizens who have received special permission to visit North Korea. They are warned that not all will be able to return from North Korea, and in this case, the State Department recommends that Americans who intend to visit the Asian country write a will in advance, discuss with their families about the future upbringing of children, and prepare for a funeral in the event of unforeseen circumstances in North Korea.