The DR Congo Tourist Visa is a visa that you need to travel to the DRC for holidays, sightseeing or visiting family and friends. The visa is issued as a single-entry visa and gives you the right to stay in the country for up to 30 days.
At Alla Visum you can get help with your application for a Tourist Visa to DR Congo. We help you check the data, reduce the risk of errors and ensure that your application is handled correctly before travel. You can start the application online, upload documents, and get help throughout the process.
About Tourist Visa to DR Congo
The Tourist Visa to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, also known as the Tourist Visa to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is an official visa for people who want to travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo for tourism or private visits.
The visa is an entry permit that is required for Swedish citizens who want to travel to the country. The application must be approved before departure and the traveller must be able to present the visa upon entry.
The tourist visa is used for holiday travel, sightseeing, nature experiences, private visits, and other tourist-related activities. The visa may not be used for work, business or long-term studies.
For Swedish citizens, visa requirements apply for entry to DR Congo. The visa is issued as a single-entry visa and gives the right to stay in the country for up to 30 days. The final decision on the validity and length of stay of the visa is always made by the immigration authorities of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
You will need the following documents to apply:
- Completed visa application
- Copy of passport information page
- The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the date of entry
- Visa photo
- Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation may be required
- Flight booking or itinerary may be required
- Invitation may be needed when visiting family or friends
- Proof of sufficient financial means may be needed
DR Congo can change visa rules and document requirements at short notice. It is therefore important to check the current rules before submitting the application.
Rules for Tourist Visa to DR Congo
Important rules to know:
- The visa is issued as a single-entry visa
- You can stay in DR Congo for up to 30 days
- The tourist visa is intended for holidays, sightseeing and private visits
- The visa may not be used for work or employment
- The visa is not intended for studies or long-term studies
- The final decision is always made by DR Congo's immigration authorities
- Extensions can often be applied for with the immigration authorities in DR Congo and decisions are always made by them
- The passport must be valid at least six months after the date of entry
- The authorities may request additional documentation before granting a visa
Are you a Swedish citizen?
Swedish citizens need a visa to travel to DR Congo. To avoid problems upon entry, it is recommended that the visa is granted before departure and that all documents are complete.
Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Sweden
The Embassy of the Democratic Republic of Congo in Sweden represents DR Congo in Sweden and works with diplomatic relations, consular issues and cooperation between the countries in areas such as trade, investment and culture. The Embassy also assists with various types of official documents and matters concerning Congolese citizens and relations between Sweden and DR Congo.
For travelers planning to visit the Democratic Republic of the Congo, visa requirements and documentation may vary depending on nationality, purpose of travel, and length of stay. If you need help applying for a visa to DR Congo, Alla Visum can help you through the entire process, from document review to final application.
Embassy of Sweden in DR Congo
The embassy of Sweden in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is located in Kinshasa and represents Sweden in the country. The Embassy works with diplomatic relations, development cooperation, trade and consular issues for Swedish citizens who are in DR Congo.
The Embassy plays an important role in the long-standing cooperation between Sweden and the Democratic Republic of Congo and works with issues relating to sustainable development, human rights and economic cooperation, among other things.
For people in DR Congo who want to travel to Sweden or any other Schengen country, Alla Visum can help with applications for short-term visas, visitor visas and other Schengen visas. We offer support throughout the application process and help ensure that the documentation meets current requirements before the application is submitted.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
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FAQ Tourist visa to DR Congo
The DR Congo Tourist Visa is a visa that entitles you to travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo for holidays, tourism, or private visits.
It is the official English name for the tourist visa for the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The visa is issued as a single-entry visa. The period of validity is stated in the visa issued by the authorities.
You may stay in the country for up to 30 days, unless otherwise stated on the visa.
You will need a valid passport, visa application, visa photo and documents proving accommodation and the purpose of the trip.
Yes, UK citizens need a visa for tourist travel to DR Congo.
The price starts from 4 000 per application and varies depending on the level of service (Standard, Express or Premium) as well as any additional services. You will see the final price on our website before completing your order.
The processing time depends on the Embassy's current workload. We prioritize premium and express applications. Standard processing takes about four weeks.
You can submit your application as soon as you have gathered all the necessary documents. We will check when it is time to submit the application to the embassy based on your planned travel date. The processing time depends on the Embassy's current workload. We prioritize premium and express applications.
At Alla Visum, we help you through the entire application process. We review your documents, help you complete the application correctly, and ensure that all documents meet the embassy's requirements before submitting the application. If the embassy or the authorities request additional documents, we will contact you and help you produce the right documents. We also follow up on your application and keep in touch with the embassy during the processing. Our goal is to make the process as simple and smooth as possible, while reducing the risk of delays and unnecessary rejections.
If you plan to stay longer than 30 days, you may need to apply for a different visa type or a longer residence permit depending on the purpose of your stay.
Tourist visas do not entitle you to work. If you are going to work in the country, a work visa or work permit may be required.
For studies, a student visa or other special permit is required, depending on the length and scope of the education.
If the purpose of the trip is business, meetings, or commercial activities, a business visa may be more appropriate than a tourist visa.
Tourist visas can often be used for private visits. In some cases, the authorities may request an invitation from the person you are visiting.
Extension can sometimes be possible through application to the immigration authorities in DR Congo. However, approval is never guaranteed and decisions are always made by the authorities.
What happens next
- 1.Complete your order by making the payment.
- 2.Each traveler receives an email with a link to fill in their application form and upload the required documents.
- 3.We review your application and contact you if any details or documents need to be completed.
- 4.When your application is ready, we send your visa by email or post, according to the delivery option you chose.
Turistvisum
Valid for
Depending on visa conditions
Number of entries
Single entry
Max stay
30 days
Requirements for Tourist visa to DR Congo
- Copy of passport information page
- Visa photo
- Copy of your flight ticket
- Attach proof of accommodation
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate

