Visa requirements

Do British citizens need a visa for Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Visa required (apply in advance)
Embassy visa required

British citizens must obtain a visa from a Democratic Republic of the Congo embassy or consulate before travelling for up to 30 days.

Max stay
30 days
Fee
USD $100
Processing
2-4 weeks
What you need
  • Valid passport (6+ months, 2 blank pages)
  • Bank statements (3-6 months)
  • Travel itinerary
  • Hotel bookings
  • Return ticket
  • Passport photo
  • Travel insurance
Find DRC embassy
Check Democratic Republic of the Congo's official source

Visa rules change often. We don't have a verified portal for Democratic Republic of the Congo on file — use this official search to find the responsible government authority and confirm before you book.

Find Democratic Republic of the Congo's official entry-requirements source
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Who needs a visa for Democratic Republic of the Congo?
American citizens Canadian citizens Australian citizens Indian citizens German citizens French citizens Filipino citizens Chinese citizens Brazilian citizens Nigerian citizens

Visa rules change frequently and this page is a guide, not legal advice — always confirm current requirements with the official Democratic Republic of the Congo embassy or consulate before booking travel. Our visa data is reviewed quarterly: last reviewed July 2026, next review September 2026.