Visa rules by passportLast checked October 17, 2026
Do citizens of the DR Congo need a visa for the Republic of the Congo?
DR CongoRepublic of the CongoVisa requiredNationals of the DR Congo need a visa for short stays in the Republic of the Congo.
Diaspora: about 168,387 people born in the DR Congo live there (UN DESA 2024).
The visa route
Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) tourist and business visa from an embassyVisitors to the Republic of Congo must get a visa before departure from an accredited Congolese embassy or consulate; no Congolese visa is issued at any port of entry. The Embassy in Washington issues tourist and business visas: US passport holders get 2-year multiple-entry visas for USD 160, and non-US passport holders get 90-day multiple-entry visas for USD 200. An invitation letter or hotel booking, plus the host's ID, is mandatory for all applicants.Requirements and documentsAnother passport?
Rules depend on the passport you travel on. Visas or residence elsewhere can open easier entry.
Official sources
Rules change: check the official page before you travel.
General information from official sources, not legal advice.