Republic of the Congo
DR Congo
DR Congo visa for citizens of the Republic of the Congo
Entry requirement
DR Congo admits citizens of the Republic of the Congo without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Citizens of DR Congo travelling to the Republic of the Congo
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Travel advice for DR Congo
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from the Republic of the Congo to DR Congo, it helps to know the official travel advice: 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). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long citizens of the Republic of the Congo can stay in DR Congo
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo may stay in DR Congo for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to DR Congo.
DR Congo’s neighbours for citizens of the Republic of the Congo
The Central African Republic and Rwanda admit citizens of the Republic of the Congo visa-free. Angola requires citizens of the Republic of the Congo to obtain a visa in advance.
Citizens of DR Congo travelling to the Republic of the Congo
Citizens of DR Congo need a visa for the Republic of the Congo, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of the Republic of the Congo need a visa for DR Congo?
DR Congo admits citizens of the Republic of the Congo without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can citizens of the Republic of the Congo stay in DR Congo?
Citizens of the Republic of the Congo can stay in DR Congo for up to 90 days.
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.
Can citizens of the Republic of the Congo enter DR Congo visa-free?
Yes, citizens of the Republic of the Congo can enter DR Congo without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
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.