Congo visa requirements for Egyptians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Egyptians visiting Congo

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Congolese Visa.


  • Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
  • Correctly filled visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.

Congo Visa for Egyptians

Facts about Congo


The Republic of the Congo, also called Congo-Brazzaville, is a central African nation with rainforest reserves that are habitats for gorillas. Its capital city, Brazzaville, lies across the Congo River from Kinshasa, the capital of neighboring Democratic Republic of the Congo. Brazzaville's highlights include traditional craft markets and the mid-20th-century Basilique Sainte-Anne, with a green-tiled roof and spire.

Travelers are advised to leave all valuable items at home because on the pick-pocketing that is likely to happen at times in the country. You are also advised to stay safe and avoid having unprotected sex.

Types of Congo Visa


Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 7 - 10 working days 90 days
Business visa 7 - 10 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Congo Visa


  • Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
  • Correctly filled visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.

Congo Visa Fees


Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

160.00 (USD)

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Congo Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Egypt


Location

Address

Cairo

7 Rue Fawzi Ramah, Al Mohandessine, Cairo, Egypt.

ambacolecaire@yahoo.fr

+2 (02) 3346 2333, +2 (02) 3345 8626

Frequently Asked Questions


Does Congo have diamonds?

Yes, there are diamonds in Congo. The mining industry in the country is a significant factor in the world’s production of diamond.


What language does Congolese speak?
The official language spoken in Congo is French, other languages are mainly Bantu languages. The two national languages in the country are Kituba and Lingala.

Is the Republic of Congo safe?

Yes, Congo is one of the safer African cities.


Why is it called the Congo?

The country is named after the Congo river which was originally named after the Kingdom of Kongo and its inhabitants by early European sailors.


What is Congo known for?

The country is known to be the second largest country in Africa. The country has a 225-mile coastline on the Atlantic Ocean.


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