Democratic Republic of the Congo Visa Requirements
Travellers applying for the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Ordinary Flying eVisa must provide a small set of documents during the online application process.
These documents allow immigration authorities to confirm your identity, verify the purpose of your travel, and review the responsible person's information connected to your visit.
Start Your DRC eVisa ApplicationPrepare the following documents before starting your application.
Quick Document Checklist
- Passport bio page
- Applicant photograph
- Responsible person's identification documents
- Request letter from the responsible person
- Invitation letter (required for business, work, conference, official, or diplomatic travel)
Full details and conditions for each document are explained below.
1. Passport Bio Page
A clear scanned copy of the passport bio page is required.
Passport Conditions
- Valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date.
- All information entered in the application must match the passport exactly
- The same passport must be presented when entering the DRC
- The passport bio page also includes the Machine Readable Zone (MRZ)
2. Applicant Photograph
Applicants must upload a recent digital photograph.
Photograph Conditions
- The image must be recent and clear
- The face must be fully visible
- The head should be centred in the frame
- The image must not contain shadows or visual filters
3. Identification Documents of the Responsible Person
The identification required depends on who the responsible person is.
If the responsible person is a DRC citizen
Upload any one of the following:
- National ID card OR
- DRC passport bio page
If the responsible person is a resident in the DRC (non-citizen)
Upload both of the following:
- DRC sticker visa / eVisa copy
- Their own passport bio page
Please note
Do not upload transposition stamps, manual endorsements, or unclear handwritten visas and stamps as the responsible person's identification.
Do not submit your own passport or ID in place of the responsible person's identification documents.
4. Request Letter from the Responsible Person
The request letter is a mandatory document for the DRC eVisa.
This letter must be written by the responsible person located in the DRC, not by the applicant.
Letter Conditions
- The letter must be written in French
- The letter must be signed by the responsible person
- The letter must be addressed to the Director General of Immigration (DGM)
- The letter must clearly state the applicant's identity (full name, passport number, nationality, intended stay duration, travel dates, address in the DRC, and the applicant's relationship with the responsible person), along with the purpose of the visit
For Tourist / Family / Transit / Other Visit
When the purpose of travel is tourism, a family visit, transit, or any other personal purpose, the request letter must be similar to the sample below and must meet all the Letter Conditions above.
For Business / Work / Conference / Event / Official / Diplomatic Visit
Travel for any of these purposes requires 2 supporting documents as part of the application.
Both are described below.
1. Request Letter
The request letter for this travel type carries specific conditions in addition to the standard Letter Conditions above.
- The letter must be issued by the inviting company in the DRC
- The letter must include the signature of the company representative
The letter must contain the official company stamp
2. Invitation Letter
The invitation letter is issued by the company or organisation inviting the applicant to the DRC.
The letter has no required format or specific conditions. It serves as confirmation of the reason for the visit.
The invitation letter should clearly reflect the following:
- The name of the person being invited
- The nature of the engagement, conference, business event, official or professional assignment
- The travel dates in the DRC
- The name and details of the inviting company or organisation
Most inviting companies and conference organisers issue this letter as a standard part of their communications to delegates and partners.
About The Responsible Person
Requirements 3 and 4 both involve the responsible person. The responsible person is your host or point of contact based in the DRC.
The responsible person must be a citizen of the DRC, or a resident holding a valid visa.
The following outlines who can fill this role.
Important Notes
The application form requires the responsible person's active phone number and email address. Ensure this information is current before submitting. Authorities may contact the responsible person for verification, and an unreachable responsible person can affect the outcome of the application.
Do not enter your own contact details or identification in any section that asks for the responsible person's information. Submitting your own details in these fields may cause verification delays or result in rejection of the application.
Frequently Asked Questions
To allow enough time for processing, it is advised that you apply at least 2 weeks before the date you plan to travel.
Only hotels, registered companies, or legally residing individuals in the Democratic Republic of the Congo may be accepted as the responsible person.
The eVisa is valid for 90 days from the date of issue, permits a single entry, and allows a maximum stay of up to 7 days.
Once the eVisa is approved, the responsible person cannot be changed. A new application may be required.