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Dutch Embassy in DR Congo

1 embassy

The Netherlands is represented in DR Congo by 1 mission: an embassy in Kinshasa. Citizens of DR Congo must obtain a visa before travelling to the Netherlands.

Dutch Embassy in Kinshasa

At Boulevard du 30 Juin 133, Kinshasa, the Dutch embassy represents the Netherlands towards DR Congo. Its website is linked on its page.

Netherlands visa for citizens of DR Congo

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Netherlands visa requirements for citizens of DR Congo

  • Schengen visa (type C) – tourism
  • Schengen visa (type C) – visiting family or friends
  • Airport transit visa
  • MVV (provisional residence permit) for stays over 90 days
  • Fee: €90
  • 18 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Citizens of DR Congo must obtain a visa before travelling to the Netherlands. Applicants in DR Congo turn to the Dutch embassy in Kinshasa; many countries also use an outsourced visa centre.

DR Congo’s missions in the Netherlands

Missions of DR Congo in the Netherlands (1)

In return, DR Congo has 1 mission in the Netherlands, but no embassy there on record.

Good to know

The Netherlands in DR Congo

Worldwide, the Netherlands has 216 missions in 129 countries; one of them is in DR Congo.

Travel to DR Congo for Dutch citizens

DR Congo requires a visa from Dutch citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 7 days. In DR Congo, Dutch citizens can turn to the Dutch embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Dutch embassy in DR Congo is closed

The Dutch embassy in DR Congo closes on DR Congo’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027 and Martyrs Day on Monday 4 January 2027, and usually on some holidays of the Netherlands, such as Christmas Day (Eerste Kerstdag) on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Dutch embassy in DR Congo?

The Dutch embassy is in Kinshasa, at Boulevard du 30 Juin 133, Kinshasa.

Do citizens of DR Congo need a visa for the Netherlands?

The Netherlands requires citizens of DR Congo to hold a visa issued in advance.

Do Dutch citizens need a visa for DR Congo?

DR Congo requires a visa from Dutch citizens, available online as an e-Visa for up to 7 days.

Does DR Congo have an embassy in the Netherlands?

Not on record: DR Congo has 1 mission in the Netherlands, but no embassy.