DR Congo
Republic of the Congo
Republic of the Congo visa for citizens of DR Congo
Entry requirement
Citizens of DR Congo need a visa for the Republic of the Congo, obtained before travel.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- Republic of the Congo visa guide
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
Which Republic of the Congo visa?
Tourist and visit visa (15-day or 91-day visa in Paris)
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Paris: 15 days or 91 days depending on the visa bought. Washington: tourist visa valid three months (90 days) with multiple entries; six months for US citizens.
- Fee
- €55
- Processing time
- Washington: 7 to 10 business days, no rush service. Paris: express service available at double the fee.
All visa types for the Republic of the Congo
The Republic of the Congo’s tourist visa costs €55 at the standard rate published by its authorities; the official site for it is ambacongofr.org. Processing time, as the Republic of the Congo states it: Washington: 7 to 10 business days, no rush service. Paris: express service available at double the fee. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Paris: 15 days or 91 days depending on the visa bought. Washington: tourist visa valid three months (90 days) with multiple entries; six months for US citizens.
Missions of the Republic of the Congo in DR Congo
The Republic of the Congo has 1 mission in DR Congo, with its embassy in Kinshasa.
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo travelling to DR Congo
Republic of the CongoDR Congo Visa-free, 90 days DR Congo visa for citizens of the Republic of the Congo
Travel advice for the Republic of the Congo
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from DR Congo to the Republic of the Congo, the published travel advice reads as follows: the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of the Republic of the Congo (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for the Republic of the Congo (updated 22 October 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of DR Congo can stay in the Republic of the Congo
How long citizens of DR Congo may stay in the Republic of the Congo is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How citizens of DR Congo apply
In DR Congo, applications go to the embassy of the Republic of the Congo in Kinshasa, or to a visa centre acting for the Republic of the Congo; fees, documents and processing times are published by the Republic of the Congo.
The Republic of the Congo’s neighbours for citizens of DR Congo
The Central African Republic and Angola require citizens of DR Congo to obtain a visa in advance.
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo travelling to DR Congo
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo do not need a visa for DR Congo: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of DR Congo need a visa for the Republic of the Congo?
Citizens of DR Congo need a visa for the Republic of the Congo, obtained before travel.
Where is the embassy of the Republic of the Congo in DR Congo?
The embassy of the Republic of the Congo in DR Congo is in Kinshasa.
How much does the Republic of the Congo tourist visa cost?
The Republic of the Congo’s official sources give a standard fee of €55 for the tourist visa. Processing time: Washington: 7 to 10 business days, no rush service. Paris: express service available at double the fee.
Do citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa for DR Congo?
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo do not need a visa for DR Congo: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
Can citizens of DR Congo enter the Republic of the Congo visa-free?
No; citizens of DR Congo need a visa for the Republic of the Congo obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.