DR Congo Visa Requirements by Passport (2026)
7 of 207 passports can enter DR Congo without arranging a visa in advance: 6 visa-free and 1 with a visa on arrival. 199 can apply for an e-visa online. 1 need a visa before travel.
- Visa-free 6
- On arrival 1
- E-visa 199
- Visa 1
No visa in advance
7 of 207
Visa-free, ETA or on arrival
Visa-free
6
E-visa online
199
Visa required
1
Passports that can visit DR Congo visa-free
6 passports. No visa or online approval needed. Show your passport at immigration.
Passports that get a visa on arrival in DR Congo
1 passports. Get the visa at the airport or border, usually for a fee.
Passports that need an e-visa for DR Congo
199 passports. Apply online and get approved before you travel.
Passports that need a visa for DR Congo
1 passports. Apply for a visa at an embassy, consulate or official visa center before you go.
DR Congo visa: common questions
Do US passport holders need a visa for DR Congo?
Yes. US passport holders need an e-visa for DR Congo, applied for online before travel, for stays of up to 7 days.
Do UK passport holders need a visa for DR Congo?
Yes. UK passport holders need an e-visa for DR Congo, applied for online before travel, for stays of up to 7 days.
Do Canada passport holders need a visa for DR Congo?
Yes. Canada passport holders need an e-visa for DR Congo, applied for online before travel, for stays of up to 7 days.
Do Australia passport holders need a visa for DR Congo?
Yes. Australia passport holders need an e-visa for DR Congo, applied for online before travel, for stays of up to 7 days.
Do India passport holders need a visa for DR Congo?
Yes. India passport holders need an e-visa for DR Congo, applied for online before travel, for stays of up to 7 days.
How long can you stay in DR Congo without a visa?
Most visa-free visitors can stay up to 90 days. The limit depends on your passport, so check yours above.
How many passports need a visa for DR Congo?
1 passport need a visa arranged before travel, and 199 can apply for an e-visa online. Look up your passport above for the exact rule.
Tourist visits only. Requirements come from a dataset compiled in October 2025, with changes since then checked against official government sources on 2026-10-31. Rules change, so confirm with DR Congo's official site before you book and again before you fly.