Africa
DR Congo
- Capital
- Kinshasa
- Population
- 112,832,473
- Currency
- Congolese Franc (CDF)
- Calling code
- +243
- Languages
- French, Lingala, Ktu
- 66missions
- 57embassies
- 6consulates
- 2honorary consulates
DR Congo
Embassies and consulates in DR Congo
embassies in Kinshasa
Diplomatic missions from 55 countries are based in DR Congo, 66 missions in all (57 embassies, 6 consulates, 2 honorary consulates and 1 other office). Most embassies, 55 of 57, are in the capital, Kinshasa. Consulates are also found in Lubumbashi, Matadi and Bukavu.
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All missions in DR Congo
Other cities in DR Congo
- 55
- 6
- 3
- 2
Outside Kinshasa, missions are found in Lubumbashi (6), Matadi (3) and Bukavu (2); most of them are consulates general, consulates and honorary consulates.
By country
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Angola 4 -
Germany 3 -
Belgium 2 -
Switzerland 2 -
France 2 -
Liberia 2 -
Senegal 2 -
South Africa 2
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Algeria 1 embassy1 - Angola 2 embassies · 2 consulates4
- Belgium 1 embassy · 1 consulate2
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Brazil 1 embassy1 -
Burundi 1 embassy1 -
Cameroon 1 embassy1 -
Canada 1 embassy1 -
Central African Republic 1 embassy1 -
Chad 1 embassy1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Cuba 1 embassy1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 - France 2 embassies2
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Gabon 1 embassy1 - Germany 1 embassy · 2 honorary consulates3
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Ghana 1 embassy1 -
Greece 1 embassy1 -
Guinea 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Iran 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 embassy1 -
Ivory Coast 1 embassy1 -
Japan 1 embassy1 -
Kenya 1 embassy1
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Lebanon 1 embassy1 - Liberia 1 embassy · 1 consulate2
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Libya 1 embassy1 -
Malta 1 embassy1 -
Morocco 1 embassy1 -
Namibia 1 embassy1 -
Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
Nigeria 1 embassy1 -
North Korea 1 embassy1 -
Norway 1 embassy1 -
Portugal 1 embassy1 -
Republic of the Congo 1 embassy1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Rwanda 1 embassy1 - Senegal 1 embassy · 1 consulate2
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Serbia 1 embassy1 - South Africa 1 embassy · 1 consulate2
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South Korea 1 embassy1 -
South Sudan 1 embassy1 -
Spain 1 embassy1 -
Sudan 1 embassy1 - Switzerland 1 embassy2
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Tanzania 1 embassy1 -
Togo 1 embassy1 -
Tunisia 1 embassy1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
Uganda 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1 -
Zambia 1 embassy1 -
Zimbabwe 1 embassy1
Visa rules for DR Congo
DR Congo visa guide · 2 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 4 can enter visa-free, 3 get a visa on arrival and 191 need an e-Visa for DR Congo.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in DR Congo
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 41,317 | 28,207 | 10,488 | 26.0% | 59.8% |
| 2024 | 60,922 | 40,176 | 17,602 | 29.9% | 76.4% |
| 2025 | 52,048 | 30,272 | 20,508 | 40.1% | 71.9% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium | 39,612 | 25,554 | 34.9% |
| Greece | 5,290 | 2,391 | 49.5% |
| Spain | 4,125 | 1,341 | 62.2% |
| Switzerland | 2,630 | 684 | 72.9% |
| Germany | 305 | 229 | 6.1% |
| France | 80 | 68 | 5.8% |
| Netherlands | 5 | 5 | – |
| Italy | 1 | 0 | – |
Schengen consulates in DR Congo received 52,048 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 30,272 visas. 40.1% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). The refusal rate rose by 10.2 points from 29.9% in 2024, a sharp increase. Applications fell by 15% compared with 2024 (60,922).
Most applications went to Belgium (39,612), Greece (5,290), Spain (4,125) and Switzerland (2,630).
Among the states with at least 500 applications, the lowest refusal rate was Belgium’s (34.9%) and the highest Switzerland’s (72.9%). The sharpest rise since 2024 was at the consulates of Belgium (+12.5 points), the largest fall at those of Greece (−10.4 points).
The numbers include every nationality applying in DR Congo.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of DR Congo
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 9,830 | 3,323 |
| Student (F, M) | 1,004 | 442 |
| Exchange (J) | 91 | 73 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 169 | 145 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 12 | 9 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 815 | 904 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 168 | 73 |
| Other | 6 | 4 |
| Total | 12,095 | 4,973 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 46.8% | 63.4% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 4,973 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of DR Congo, the 111th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 67%, diplomatic and official visas 18% and student visas 9%. That is 59% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (12,095).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of DR Congo received 1,553, 36% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 63.4% for citizens of DR Congo in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 46.8%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
DR Congo’s own missions abroad
DR Congo’s embassies abroad (56)
DR Congo itself has 56 missions abroad, in 46 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (4), Belgium (3), Italy (2), Serbia (2) and Turkey (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in DR Congo
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
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Martyrs Day
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Laurent-Désiré Kabila Assassination
Good to know
Where the embassies are
Most embassies, 55 of 57, are in the capital, Kinshasa. The largest foreign networks in DR Congo are those of Angola (4), Germany (3), Belgium (2), Switzerland (2) and France (2).
Travel advice for DR Congo
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to DR Congo: the US State Department rates DR Congo at Level 4, do not travel (updated 14 July 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of DR Congo (updated 8 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of DR Congo (updated 16 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in DR Congo?
Angola, with 4 missions, followed by Germany (3).
Do I need a visa for DR Congo?
Of 198 passports, 4 can enter visa-free, 3 get a visa on arrival and 191 need an e-Visa for DR Congo; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in DR Congo closed?
On DR Congo’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.