Is there a border fee for the DR Congo?

Yes. After the eVisa is approved, a mandatory fee is payable at the border on arrival to receive your entry stamp.

Do I need a yellow-fever certificate?

Yes. Proof of yellow-fever vaccination is required for entry to the DR Congo.

What documents do I need for the DR Congo?

A passport valid for at least six months, a recent photo, a yellow-fever certificate, a confirmed return ticket and proof of accommodation. We review each document before submitting.

How long can I stay in the DR Congo?

Tourist visas typically allow up to 30 days, extendable at the immigration service (DGM) in Kinshasa.

Do you need a DR Congo visa?

Planning a trip to DR Congo? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the DR Congo Tourist eVisa entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within 7 days. Most international travellers need a DR Congo Tourist eVisa before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your DR Congo visa online rather than queuing at an embassy. Start with a quick eligibility check and we confirm the exact route and documents for your nationality and country of residence.

How do I apply for a DR Congo visa online?

Applying for a DR Congo Tourist eVisa with VisitsVisa takes minutes. Complete one simple online form, upload your passport and photo, and pay securely. Our visa experts review every detail against the latest DR Congo immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your DR Congo eVisa is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your DR Congo visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does a DR Congo visa cost?

A DR Congo Tourist eVisa costs $100 through VisitsVisa. The $100 price is all-inclusive — the government fee and our service fee are already bundled in, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Every traveller on the trip — including children and infants — needs their own DR Congo visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does DR Congo visa processing take?

Standard DR Congo visa processing usually takes 7 days. If you are travelling soon, choose Express at checkout and we prioritise your application, with delivery typically within 24 hours. We recommend applying a few days before departure so your DR Congo eVisa is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

How long is a DR Congo visa valid and how long can I stay?

The DR Congo Tourist eVisa permits a stay of Up to 30 days and is valid for 3 months from issue (single entry). Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of arrival, as this is the most common reason DR Congo applications are refused.

DR Congo Visa Online — Price, Requirements & Apply | Tourist eVisa

DR Congo Visa Information

Visa TypeTourist eVisa

Length of StayUp to 30 days

Validity3 months from issue

EntrySingle entry

MethodVisa-free or eVisa via evisa.gouv.cd

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Documents Required

Only 2 Documents

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo with a white background.

All documents are securely processed and protected.

Top Places to Visit in the DR Congo

Mount Nyiragongo

Virunga Park

Kinshasa

Livingstone Falls

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How DR Congo eVisa Process Works

1
Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.

2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.

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3
Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.

4
Submitted to Immigration
Sent to DR Congo Immigration.

5
Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.

Check Your nationality Eligibility

A small set of neighbouring countries enters the DR Congo visa-free. Everyone else applies for the eVisa online at evisa.gouv.cd before departure, then presents the printed authorisation and pays a border fee on arrival. A yellow-fever certificate is required for all.

Eligible nationalities

213 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

A few neighbouring countries are visa-free; everyone else needs the eVisa. Check your nationality page for details.

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VisitsVisa follows strict sourcing guidelines. The DR Congo visa information on this page is verified against official government sources and reviewed by our visa specialists. We avoid using tertiary references and update this page as entry requirements change.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Official DR Congo visa portal
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DR Congo Immigration
Immigration & entry-requirement notices
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IATA Travel Centre
Documentation database
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Last reviewedAugust 2026

Next reviewOctober 2026

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DR Congo Visa

DR Congo Visa Information

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Top Places to Visit in the DR Congo

How DR Congo eVisa Process Works

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