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β„Ή eVisa required β€” Apply online. eVisa $50 online + mandatory $90 VAP border fee on arrival = ~$140 total
British citizens require a eVisa to travel to DR Congo. The application fee is $50 USD and processing takes 10 business days. The visa is valid for 30 days with a maximum stay of 30 days. You can apply directly online through the official portal. eVisa $50 online + mandatory $90 VAP border fee on arrival = ~$140 total
$50
Fee (USD)
30d
Max stay
6mo
Passport validity
Single
Entry type
Verified: 2026-04-01 Source: evisa.gouv.cd
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Step-by-step guide

1

Verify eligibility

British citizens are eligible for DR Congo eVisa.

2

Prepare documents

Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay). Passport-size photo (white background). Return or onward travel ticket.

3

Apply online

Visit the official portal and fill in the application form. Pay $50 fee.

4

Receive approval

eVisa sent to email within 10 business days.

5

Travel

Print recommended. Present at check-in and immigration.

Requirements

βœ“ Valid passport (min 6 months validity beyond stay)
βœ“ Passport-size photo (white background)
βœ“ Return or onward travel ticket
βœ“ Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
βœ“ Sufficient funds for stay
βœ“ Completed online application form
βœ“ Credit/debit card for payment
βœ“ Yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from endemic country)

Special restrictions

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Israeli stamp β€” No restriction β€” accepted
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Travel insurance β€” Not required
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Yellow fever β€” Certificate required from endemic areas

Best time to visit

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Best OK

Shorter dry season in south. Kinshasa: Jun-Aug driest. Avoid heavy rains Oct-Nov, Mar-May.

Tips & warnings

⚑ Apply early β€” 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 β€” check before applying.
⚑ Only apply through the official portal (evisa.gouv.cd) β€” avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.

Frequently asked questions

Do British citizens need a visa for DR Congo? +
Yes. British citizens need a eVisa for DR Congo. eVisa $50 online + mandatory $90 VAP border fee on arrival = ~$140 total
How much does a DR Congo visa cost for British citizens? +
The fee is $50 USD.
How long can British citizens stay in DR Congo? +
Maximum stay is 30 days. Visa validity: 30 days from issue date.
What documents do British citizens need for DR Congo? +
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).
Apply on official portal β†— DR Congo guide British passport
Always verify on official portals before applying.