Visa requirements for Democratic Republic of the Congo citizens

Visa requirements for Democratic Republic of the Congo citizens are administrative entry restrictions by the authorities of other states placed on citizens of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

As of 2026, Democratic Republic of the Congo citizens had visa-free or visa on arrival access to 43 countries and territories, ranking the Democratic Republic of the Congo passport 89th in the world according to the Henley Passport Index.

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Visa requirements

Country Visa requirement Allowed stay Notes (excluding departure fees) 30 days Visa is not required in case born in Afghanistan or can proof that one of their parents is a national of Afghanistan or born in Afghanistan. e-Visa : Visitors must arrive at Kabul International (KBL). 90 days Visa is not required for Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen, UK or US visa has been previously used once or residence permit of Ireland, Schengen, UK, US or UAE 10 years. Visitors on tours organized to some southern regions by an approved travel agency may obtain a visa on arrival for up to 30 days. The AVE (High Speed Travel) is open to Democratic Republic of the Congo citizens holding valid, current ordinary passports traveling to Argentina for tourism. To do so, they must hold a valid category B2/J/B1/O/P (P1-P2-P3)/E/H-1B visa issued by the United States of America. and territories May apply online (Online Visitor e600 visa). 3 months 14 days 30 days 90 days 90 days 90 days The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of 200 USD per person, per night for almost all visitors to Bhutan. Additionally, if payment is made in US dollars from September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2027, the SDF is 100 USD. 30 days 3 months 1 month Only if arriving at Ouagadougou Airport. 3 months 30 days 45 days 3 months 90 days Can be extended up to 90 days with a fee. 90 days 21 days In cases where a visa cannot be issued due to unexpected circumstances or force majeure, visitors may apply for a visa through the Special Entry Permit (PEI). 90 days 90 days 90 days e-Visa is eligible with valid visa/travel documents any OCED country. 30 days 90 days 90 days 3 months 60 days 30 days 90 days 60 days In addition to a visa, an approval should be obtained from the Immigration department of the General Directorate of General Security (La Surete Generale). 30 days 90 days For stays of 61 to 90 days, the visa fee is 59 USD. 90 days 30 days 30 days 30 days Available at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport. 90 days Visa is not required for Holders of a valid visa of Canada, US, UK or a Schengen State and Permanent residence of Canada, Chile, Colombia, Schengen State, Japan, UK, US Entry may be refused by immigration officials for individuals who were previously denied a US visa, even if holding a valid Mexican visa. 30 days Citizens holding a residence permit or a valid visa issued by one of the member states of the European Union or one of the parties to the Schengen Agreement can apply for an electronic visa. 30 days Visa not required for holders of a valid Australia, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, US, UK or a Schengen Visa. Holders of residence permit in the United Arab Emirates may enter, in Montenegro for a duration of 10 days May apply for an e-Visa if holding a valid visa or a residency document issued by one of the following countries: Schengen Area, Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States a residency document issued by Cyprus, Japan, United Arab Emirates. 30 days Prior authorization obtained online for visa on arrival or border visa. 3 months 90 days Holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival permitting indefinite stay (pursuant to the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement), subject to meeting character requirements and obtaining an Electronic Travel Authority prior to departure. Visa on arrival if holding valid visas issued by United States, Canada, or Schengen Member State. 30 days 3 months 30 days 60 days 30 days Travelers can apply for a visa on the Hayya website. 90 days 3 months 60 days 90 days 90 days 90 days within any 180-day period. Transfers allowed. Visa free for a maximum stay of 90 days for valid visa holders or residents of the European Union member states and the United States. 3 months 3 months / 30 days 30 days 30 days 30 days e-Visa holders must arrive via O. R. Tambo International Airport. Obtainable online. Printed visa authorization must be presented at the time of travel. 30 days 90 days 30 days 15 days 90 days When transiting between two non-bordering countries, visitors can obtain a Turkmenistan transit visa for a five-day stay. This must be applied for in advance at the Turkmenistan Embassy. Visitors must also submit copies of the visas for the country of entry into Turkmenistan and the country of departure from Turkmenistan. Visa fee is 20 USD. 1 month 3 months May apply using 'Smart service'. and Crown dependencies 120 days Open borders but de facto follows Italian visa policy. e-Visa is valid for 90 days and multiple entry. Yemen introduced an e-Visa system for visitors who meet certain eligibility requirements (group travel of 10 or more people, business trips, and transit etc.). 90 days 3 months

Dependent, disputed, or restricted territories Unrecognized or partially recognized countries Territory Conditions of access Notes Tourists from all countries (except Georgia) can visit Abkhazia for a period not exceeding 24 hours as part of an organized tourist group. A visa is not required for a holder of a valid biometric residence permit issued by one of the Schengen member states, or a valid multi-entry Schengen Visa, a holder of a valid Laissez-Passer issued by United Nations Organizations, NATO, OSCE, Council of Europe or European Union a holder of a valid travel documents issued by EU Member and Schengen States, United States of America, Canada, Australia and Japan based on the 1951 Convention on Refugee Status or the 1954 Convention on the Status of Stateless Persons, as well as holders of valid travel documents for foreigners (max. 15 days stay) Arrival by sea to Gaza Strip not allowed. Undefined visa regime in the Western Sahara controlled territory. 30 days for 30 USD, payable on arrival. To enter South Ossetia, visitors must have a multiple-entry visa for Russia and register their stay with the Migration Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs within 3 days. Registration required after 24h.

Dependent and autonomous territories Territory Conditions of access Notes China Denmark France French Guiana French West Indies Includes overseas departments of Guadeloupe and Martinique and overseas collectivities of Saint Barthélemy and Saint Martin. Mayotte Wallis and Futuna Netherlands Caribbean Netherlands Includes Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba. New Zealand 31 days 30 days United Kingdom Protocols No. 3 and 10 to the Treaty of Accession 2003 , European Commission, 16 April 2003. Holders of a valid visa issued by the United Kingdom do not require a visa. Special permit required. 14 days visa free and landing fee 35 USD or tax of 5 USD if not going ashore. 3 months within any year period. Permission to land required for 15/30 pounds sterling (yacht/ship passenger) for Tristan da Cunha Island or 20 pounds sterling for Gough Island, Inaccessible Island or Nightingale Islands. Pre-arrival permit from the Commissioner required (72 hours / 1 month for 110 / 160 pounds sterling). Holders of a valid visa issued by Canada, United Kingdom or the USA do not required a visa for a maximum stay of 90 days. United States Antarctica and adjacent islands colspan="3"

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Visa requirements for Democratic Republic of the Congo citizens

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