DR Congo eVisa
الكونغو الديمقراطية · Kinshasa · Africa
eVisa
Level 3
DR Congo offers an eVisa system that allows citizens of 51 countries to apply online. The fee is $50 USD with processing completed within 10-10 days. The visa is valid for 30 days with a maximum stay of 30 days. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
$50
Fee (USD)
10 business days
Processing
30d
Validity
30d
Max stay
Requirements
Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay)
Passport-size photo (white background)
Return or onward travel ticket
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
Sufficient funds for stay
Completed online application form
Credit/debit card for payment
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from endemic country)
Key details
| Entry type | Single |
| Multiple entry | Single entry only via eVisa portal. Multiple entry requires embassy application. |
| Passport validity | 6 months |
| Blank pages | 1 required |
| Biometric | Required |
| Print eVisa | recommended |
| Israeli stamp | Accepted |
| Insurance | Not required |
| Yellow fever | Required |
Photo specifications
Size: 35x45 · 600x750 min
Background: white
Format: JPEG · max 1024KB
Face: 70-80%
Taken within: 6 months
Best time to visit
Best OK
Shorter dry season in south. Kinshasa: Jun-Aug driest. Avoid heavy rains Oct-Nov, Mar-May.
Country information
🏛
Kinshasa
Capital
💱
CDF
Currency
📞
+243
Calling
🕐
+01:00
Timezone
👥
0.0M
Population
🗣
French
Language
Payment methods
visamastercard
Neighboring countries
Republic of CongoCentral African RepublicSouth SudanUgandaRwandaBurundiTanzaniaZambiaAngola
Tips & warnings
⚡ Apply early — processing can take up to 10 days.
⚡ Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from an endemic area.
⚡ Printing a copy of the eVisa is recommended as a backup.
⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.
⚡ Only apply through the official portal (evisa.gouv.cd) — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a DR Congo eVisa cost? +
The DR Congo eVisa costs $50 USD. Single entry only via eVisa portal. Multiple entry requires embassy application.
How long does DR Congo eVisa processing take? +
Processing takes 10 business days.
What documents do I need for a DR Congo eVisa? +
Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay). Passport-size photo (white background). Return or onward travel ticket. Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter). Sufficient funds for stay. Completed online application form. Credit/debit card for payment. Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from endemic country).
How long is the DR Congo eVisa valid? +
The visa is valid for 30 days from issue date. Maximum stay is 30 days.
Can I get multiple entries for DR Congo? +
Single entry only via eVisa portal. Multiple entry requires embassy application.
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Practical notes
- Payment
- Visa/MC on evisa.gouv.cd. Some Arab/African bank cards may fail — use internationally enabled card.
- Transit — Not required
- No transit visa required for airside transit.
- Travel advisory (level 3)
- Reconsider travel due to civil unrest, crime, kidnapping, and terrorism.
- Official advisory source ↗
Sources & verification
This information was compiled from the official source below and last verified on 2026-04-01.
Official source: evisa.gouv.cd ↗
Always confirm on the official portal before travelling — rules can change without notice.
Always verify on official portals before applying.