DR Congo visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indonesians visiting DR Congo

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

  • A copy of the duly completed and signed application form.
  • One colored passport-sized photographs taken with a white background. The head and shoulders of applicants should be visible.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • A passport that is still valid for 6 months after exiting from the country. The passport should have one blank page.
  • Bank statement which shows that the applicant has sufficient funds to cater for himself/herself throughout the visit in the country. This should not be older than 6 months prior to the visa application.
  • Copy of detailed travel itinerary.
  • Proof of booked return flight to Indonesia.
  • Proof of valid hotel booking.

Dr Congo Visa for Indonesians

Facts about Dr Congo

Tourists can see wildlife they have never seen or heard before. Tourists in the country can meet young pygmies, spot bonobos and okapi which cannot be found anywhere else in the world. In Kinshasa, there is a market where the best of Congolese art, tribal masks, and other attractive artifacts can be gotten. DR Congo has indigenous cultures and beautiful scenery.
 
Tourism in DR Congo is not prevalent in the country because of the unrest in the country. The country welcomes an average of 200,000 foreigners yearly.
 
Foreigners will not be allowed entry into DR Congo with more than $5,400. 

Types of Dr Congo Visa

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

General Requirements for Dr Congo Visa

  • A copy of the duly completed and signed application form.
  • One colored passport-sized photographs taken with a white background. The head and shoulders of applicants should be visible.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • A passport that is still valid for 6 months after exiting from the country. The passport should have one blank page.
  • Bank statement which shows that the applicant has sufficient funds to cater for himself/herself throughout the visit in the country. This should not be older than 6 months prior to the visa application.
  • Copy of detailed travel itinerary.
  • Proof of booked return flight to Indonesia.
  • Proof of valid hotel booking.
Dr Congo Tourist visa Dr Congo Business visa

Dr Congo Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A tourist visa allows travelers to visit DR Congo for tourism.
  • You can visit relatives and friends during your time in the country with this visa.
  • A letter from your host in DR Congo should be provided if you are in the country to visit friends and relatives.
  • If you are less than the age of 18 years, you need to provide the original copy of your birth certificate.
  • All tourists are expected to have a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
  • Immunization is recommended against malaria, tetanus and hepatitis B.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fees.
  • You are not allowed to seek public funds while you are in the country.
  • This visa is valid for 30 days.
  • You are expected to leave the country at the expiry of your visa.

Dr Congo Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Applicants of this visa are businessmen and businesswomen who intend to visit DR Congo for business purposes.
  • You can meet up with your business partners in DR Congo for meetings and to negotiate and sign contracts.
  • You can attend conferences and trade fairs with this visa.
  • This visa does not allow you to take up paid or unpaid employment during your time in the country.
  •  A letter of invitation from the company you are meeting within DR Congo should be provided. The letter should contain the company address and the duration of your visit to the country.
  • The company’s certificate of business registration is required.
  • A letter from your employer in Indonesia should be provided. The letter should be a confirmation of your business leave and the duration of your leave should also be stated in the letter.
  • If you are traveling with a minor, a letter of consent signed by the minors’ parents should be provided.
  • Vaccination against yellow fever is compulsory.
  • Applicants should ensure they are immunized against hepatitis B, malaria and tetanus.
  • You cannot study with this visa.

Dr Congo Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

200.00 (USD)

Business visa

200.00 (USD)

Dr Congo Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Indonesia

Location

Address

Indonesia

There is no DR Congo embassy in Indonesia. Applicants are to visit any DR Congo representation in neighboring countries.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will my visa be valid for?

Your visa is valid for 90 days.

Is there still a war in DR Congo?

The war in DR Congo is over but there are some areas in the country that are plagued by violence.

What is DR Congo known for?

 DR Congo is the second-largest country in Africa and has a 25-mile coastline on the Atlantic Ocean.

What is the main religion of Democratic Republic of Congo?

Christianity is the main religion in the Democratic Republic of Congo.