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Tanzanian
تنزاني
DR Congo
الكونغو الديمقراطية
✓ Visa-free entry — No application needed. SADC — visa-free
Tanzanian passport holders can enter DR Congo visa-free under a bilateral agreement. You may stay for up to 30 days without applying in advance. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months with 1 blank page(s). SADC — visa-free
Free
Fee (USD)
30d
Max stay
6mo
Passport validity
Single
Entry type
Comparison
Your case (Tanzanian)
$0
Visa-free · 30 days
Standard eVisa
$50
Single · 30 days
Step-by-step guide
1
Check passport validity
Must be valid for 6+ months from entry with 1 blank page(s)
2
Book flights
Book round-trip flights to DR Congo. Return ticket may be asked at immigration.
3
Prepare documents
Hotel booking or accommodation address recommended. Proof of funds may be requested.
4
Arrive and enjoy
Present passport at immigration. Stamp granted for up to 30 days.
Special restrictions
Israeli stamp — No restriction — accepted
Travel insurance — Not required
Yellow fever — Certificate required from endemic areas
Best time to visit
Best OK
Shorter dry season in south. Kinshasa: Jun-Aug driest. Avoid heavy rains Oct-Nov, Mar-May.
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
Do Tanzanian citizens need a visa for DR Congo? +
No. Tanzanian citizens can enter DR Congo visa-free for up to 30 days. SADC — visa-free
How much does a DR Congo visa cost for Tanzanian citizens? +
No fee required — visa-free entry.
How long can Tanzanian citizens stay in DR Congo? +
Maximum stay is 30 days. Visa validity: 30 days from issue date.
What documents do Tanzanian citizens need for DR Congo? +
Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity). Return ticket recommended.
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.