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Embassy of DR Congo in South Africa

1 embassy

DR Congo is represented in South Africa by 1 mission: an embassy in Pretoria. South African citizens need a visa for DR Congo, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa for stays of up to 7 days.

Embassy of DR Congo in Pretoria

At Francis Baard Street 958, 0083 Arcadia, the embassy of DR Congo represents DR Congo towards South Africa. Its phone number and website are on its page.

DR Congo visa for South African citizens

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South African citizens need a visa for DR Congo, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa for stays of up to 7 days. The application is made online on the official portal of DR Congo, not at the embassy of DR Congo.

South Africa’s missions in DR Congo

Missions of South Africa in DR Congo (2)

In return, South Africa has 2 missions in DR Congo, including its embassy in Kinshasa.

Good to know

DR Congo in South Africa

Worldwide, DR Congo has 56 missions in 46 countries; one of them is in South Africa.

Travel to South Africa for citizens of DR Congo

South Africa requires a visa from citizens of DR Congo, available online as an e-Visa. In South Africa, citizens of DR Congo can turn to the embassy of DR Congo for passports and emergency help.

When the embassy of DR Congo in South Africa is closed

The embassy of DR Congo in South Africa closes on South Africa’s public holidays, the next being Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026 and Day of Goodwill (St. Stephen's Day) on Saturday 26 December 2026, and usually on some holidays of DR Congo, such as Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the embassy of DR Congo in South Africa?

The embassy of DR Congo is in Pretoria, at Francis Baard Street 958, 0083 Arcadia.

Do South African citizens need a visa for DR Congo?

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

Do citizens of DR Congo need a visa for South Africa?

Citizens of DR Congo need an e-Visa for South Africa, applied for online before travel.

Does South Africa have an embassy in DR Congo?

Yes, South Africa has its embassy in Kinshasa, along with 1 other mission in DR Congo.