DR Congo visa requirements for Ugandans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Ugandans 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 Uganda.
  • Proof of valid hotel booking.

Dr Congo Visa for Ugandans

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 5-7 working days 90 days
Business visa 5-7 working days 30 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 Uganda.
  • Proof of valid hotel booking.
Dr Congo Tourist visa Dr Congo Business visa

Dr Congo Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to foreigners who intend to visit Congo for the purpose of tourism and sightseeing.
  • Holders of the tourist visa can also visit friends and family in the country.
  • You are to provide an invitation letter from your friends and family in the democratic republic of Congo stating the full addresses and contact details.
  • During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
  • You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires.
  • All tourists are expected to have a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
  • Immunization is recommended against malaria, tetanus and hepatitis B.
  • This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.
  • Proof of paid visa fees should be provided.

Dr Congo Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Applicants of this visa are businessmen and businesswomen who intend to visit DR Congo for business purposes.
  • Holders of this visa are allowed to meet up with 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.
  • Applicants of this visa are to provide a letter of invitation from the company they are meeting within DR Congo. The letter should contain the company address and the duration of the applicant's visit to the country.
  • The company’s certificate of business registration is required.
  • A letter from your employer in Uganda 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 important and compulsory.
  • Applicants should ensure they are immunized against hepatitis B, malaria and tetanus.
  • You cannot study with this visa.
  • Proof of paid visa fees should be provided.
  • You are to exit the country before the visa expires.

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 Uganda

Location

Address

Kampala

Congolese Embassy in Kampala, Plot. No. 3, Lumumba Avenue Kampala, Kampala, Uganda.

ambassadeardckla@gmail.fr

(+256) 41-250099

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Democratic Republic of Congo safe for tourists?

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is not a very safe country. Rates of crime and civil unrest are high. Travellers in this country are advised to remain cautious while in the country and also stay away from areas with increased risk (such as the North Kivu and Ituri provinces).

What is the official language of DR Congo?

The official language of the Democratic Republic of Congo is French. Other languages are mainly Bantu languages, and the two national languages Kituba and Lingala.

What is Congo famous for?

Congo is rich in natural resources. The country boasts vast deposits of industrial diamonds, cobalt, and copper, one of the largest forest reserves in Africa, and about half of the hydroelectric potential of the continent.

What does the Democratic Republic of Congo produce?

The Democratic Republic of Congo, the largest country in Central Africa by size, is a great producer of wood products and coffee.

Are Indians, allowed to apply a DRC visa in Uganda? if yes how is the process. Thanks?
hello i would Ike to get visa to congo kishasha?
i WANT TO APLLY FOR THE BUSINESS VISA FOR DR CONGO AND AM IN UGANDA?
Dear Sir/Madam Am Ugandan National, i would like to visit DRC?