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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.

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Prepare 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

Upload a coloured and clear scan of your passport bio page.

Passport Requirements: 

  • Must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from your arrival date.
  • Each detail entered in your application must match your passport word for word.
  • Make sure the applicant’s details, such as passport number, nationality, and the MRZ code, are easily readable.
  • Use the same passport upon arrival and throughout your trip to the DRC.
Passport Bio Page

2. Applicant Photograph

A recent digital photograph of the applicant is required.

Photograph Requirements:

  • The photo must be in colour with the applicant’s full face clearly visible.
  • The photo must clearly reflect the current appearance of the applicant.
  • Headgear, a tilted head, and profile view are not accepted.
  • The image must not contain heavy filters, edits, shadows or reflections.
Applicant's Photo

3. Identification Documents of the Responsible Person

DRC Host’s Passport Biopage Scan

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 (Front and back pages) OR
  • DRC passport bio page 

If the responsible person is a resident in the DRC (non-citizen)

Upload both of the following:

  1. DRC sticker visa
  2. 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.

Request Letter Sample

For Business / Work / Conference / Event / Official / Diplomatic Visit

Travel for any of these purposes requires 2 supporting documents as part of the application.

Both of them are explained 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

Request Letter Sample For Professional Travel

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.

Invitation Letter Sample

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.

Hotel or Accommodation Provider
(most common for tourist travel)
Hotel manager or authorised hotel representative
Company or Business Host
Official company contact person based in the DRC
Friend or Family Member in the DRC
The person must be legally residing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

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

It is recommended to apply at least 2 weeks before your intended travel date. Applying early allows sufficient time for processing and prevents delays.

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.

No, the responsible person cannot be changed once your eVisa has been approved. If you need to change your host, a new application must be submitted.


Content Disclamer: This information was last updated in August 2026. Before travelling, confirm current requirements with the relevant authorities, embassies, and airlines.