DR Congo visa requirements for Zambians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Zambians visiting DR Congo

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

  • A correctly completed and duly signed visa application form.
  • An original Zambian passport with validity of at least 3 months from the period of exit from the country and two blank pages to affix visa stamps when issued. 
  • Two copies of the applicant's passport-sized(51mm x 51mm) photograph taken on a white background and not older than 3 months. 
  • A copy of their travel itinerary.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • A bank statement of at least 3 months before the period of entry into the country. 
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of stay in the country. 
  • A flight ticket with the entry and exit dates from DR Congo.  
  • Travel insurance with sufficient medical coverage for the intended duration of stay. 

Dr Congo Visa for Zambians

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 30 days
Business visa 5-7 working days 30 days

General Requirements for Dr Congo Visa

  • A correctly completed and duly signed visa application form.
  • An original Zambian passport with validity of at least 3 months from the period of exit from the country and two blank pages to affix visa stamps when issued. 
  • Two copies of the applicant's passport-sized(51mm x 51mm) photograph taken on a white background and not older than 3 months. 
  • A copy of their travel itinerary.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • A bank statement of at least 3 months before the period of entry into the country. 
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of stay in the country. 
  • A flight ticket with the entry and exit dates from DR Congo.  
  • Travel insurance with sufficient medical coverage for the intended duration of stay. 
Dr Congo Tourist visa Dr Congo Business visa

Dr Congo Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa allows tourists/ visitors to enter DR Congo for sightseeing, recreation, relaxation, and other tourist purposes.
  • The tourist visa allows a stay of 3 months. 
  • Travelers on this visa are not allowed to take up work while in the country.
  • For applicants visiting someone in DR Congo, you are required to have a letter of invitation from your host.
  • The letter should have the home address, contact details and a valid means of identification.
  • For minors, an original copy of your birth certificate should be provided.
  • If you are a minor traveling alone, you need a letter of consent signed by both parents.
  • If you are traveling with your spouse, a copy of a valid marriage certificate is required.
  • It is mandatory for all applicants to have a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate.
  • It is recommended that applicants of this visa should be vaccinated against Hepatitis A and B and Tetanus.
  • A letter from your employer in Zambia stating a continuity of employment after the duration of your leave should be provided.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fees is required.
  • There should be proof of the incentive of returning to Zambia after the expiry of your visa.
  • The receipt which shows that payment has been made for visa application is required.
  • Foreigners are prohibited from taking up work or be paid for the services they render in the country.

Dr Congo Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa allows business-oriented Zambians to go about their business activities in DR Congo without restrictions.
  • A business visa is valid for only one month.
  • If a business applicant plans on staying in the Republic of Congo for more than 30 days, he/she should extend the visa at the nearest Immigration Office.
  • Businessmen and women can meet up with their business partners to discuss their business and also to sign contracts. You can also attend conferences, trade fairs, and business lectures.
  • An official letter of invitation from the company in DR Congo is required.
  • The address of the company, the duration, and purpose of the business visit should be stated in detail. The letter should be addressed to “The Embassy of the Republic of Congo” and must be stamped by the local Department of Immigration.
  • The letter must also indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant and must provide detailed contact information in Congo.
  • If the company you are meeting up with is covering the financial aspect of your visit to the country, it should be stated in the letter from the company.
  • Applicants are to possess a valid medical insurance.
  • You cannot be paid for any of the services you render while in the country.
  • If you are traveling with a minor, an affidavit signed by both parents of the minor should be provided.
  • A receipt indicating that payment has been made for visa application is required.
  • Documents which show that you have the incentive of returning to Zambia at the end of your trip should be provided.

Dr Congo Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

99.00 (USD)

Business visa

99.00 (USD)

Dr Congo Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Zambia

Location

Address

Lusaka

5201 Pandit Nehru Road Diplomatic Triangle P.O. Box 31910 10101 Lusaka Zambia

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missionsrdclusa@hotmail.com ambassadearrdclusaka@hotmail.com

(+260) 211 250 722 / 42 / 51

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Congo safe for tourist?

Reconsider travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to crime and civil unrest. Some areas have increased risk so do not travel to North Kivu and Ituri provinces due to crime, Ebola, and kidnapping.

Is Ebola still in Congo?

On Aug. 1 of 2018, the World Health Organization confirmed four Ebola cases in the conflict-torn east Democratic Republic of Congo. Since then, the outbreak has slowly and steadily worsened. ... And health officials worry that the Congo outbreak is still far from over.

What do they eat in Congo?

Congo's farmland is the source of a wide variety of crops. These include maize, rice, cassava (manioc), sweet potatoes, yam, taro, plantain, tomatoes, pumpkin and varieties of peas and nuts. These foods are eaten throughout the country, but there are also regional dishes.

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