The DRC allows foreign nationals to apply for an eVisa when travelling for business. This eVisa is the Ordinary Flying Visa, the same category used for tourism, family visits, and other short-term travel.
When your reason for visiting is business-related, you apply for this visa with your purpose stated accordingly on the application form.
What You Can Do With This Visa
The Ordinary Flying Visa, applied for under a business purpose, covers short-term professional activities such as:
- Attending business meetings or corporate engagements
- Participating in conferences, seminars, or industry events
- Conducting professional work assignments or consultations
- Exploring trade opportunities or meeting business partners
This visa does not permit employment in the DRC.
Visa Specifications
- Visa Type: Ordinary Flying Visa (Visa Ordinaire Volant)
- Entry: Single entry
- Maximum Stay: 7 days
- Validity: 90 days from the date of issue
These specifications apply to the Ordinary Flying Visa regardless of travel purpose.
Who Can Apply
You can apply if:
- You are a foreign national travelling to the DRC for business purposes.
- You hold an ordinary passport. Diplomatic and official passport holders must apply through a DRC embassy or consulate.
- Your nationality is eligible under the DRC eVisa Policy.
Requirements for the DRC Business eVisa
Four documents are required. For business travellers, the application letter carries additional conditions explained below.
Requirement 1: Valid Passport
Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay and have at least one blank page available for the visa stamp upon arrival.
Requirement 2: Digital Photograph
Provide a recent photograph with a plain white background, showing your full face clearly. Headwear or glasses are acceptable only for medical or religious reasons.
Requirement 3: Application Letter From a Responsible Person
Every applicant must submit a letter written by a responsible person based in the DRC who takes responsibility for the visit.
For business travellers, this letter carries extra conditions. Beyond the standard details (your name, travel dates, and the responsible person’s contact information), the letter must clearly describe the business purpose of your trip.
It must also bear the official stamp of the company or organisation connected to the visit.
This stamp requirement applies whenever the travel purpose involves business, conference attendance, or professional work activity.
The responsible person can be a DRC-based business partner, a representative of the host company, a conference organiser, or any entity in the DRC facilitating your visit.
Requirement 4: Identification Documents of the Responsible Person
Provide the identification documents of the responsible person who has written your application letter.
The following are accepted:
- A valid passport copy
- A residence visa or residence permit copy (for DRC residents who are not citizens)
How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the DRC eVisa portal and select the option to apply.
- Step 2: Enter your personal and passport information. State your travel purpose as business.
- Step 3: Select your processing speed: Standard, Urgent, or Super Urgent.
- Step 4: Upload your passport copy, photograph, and other required documents.
- Step 5: Pay the visa fee and receive your approved eVisa by email.
Processing Time and Fees
- Standard Processing: 11 - 13 Working Days
- Rush Processing: 8 - 11 Working Days
- Super Rush Processing: 5 - 8 Working Days
Faster processing carries a higher fee. The exact amount also varies by nationality. For current fee details, refer to the DRC eVisa Fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. It is the Ordinary Flying Visa applied for with a business travel purpose. The specifications, validity, and process are identical across all travel purposes.
The application letter. For business travel, the letter must detail your business purpose and carry the official stamp of the company or organisation linked to your visit. The four required documents stay the same.
Yes. Ensure your application letter reflects the specific activity and includes the company or organisation’s official stamp.
The maximum stay is 7 days.
Single entry. One entry per issued visa.
No. It covers short-term business visits only. Employment requires a separate authorisation through DRC immigration authorities.