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DRC eVisa for Ethiopian Citizens

Ethiopian passport holders travelling to the Democratic Republic of the Congo are issued the DRC eVisa as the recognised travel document for their journey. Read this article to know about the documents required, the processing fee and the application process for the DRC eVisa.

What travel purposes does the DRC eVisa cover?

The DRC eVisa has 3 different types of eVisas for the citizens of Ethiopia:

  • Tourist eVisa: For travel related to tourism.
  • Family eVisa: For family or friend visits.
  • Medical eVisa: For medical treatment purposes.
  • Business eVisa: For business meetings and visits.

Important Note: Applicants must state their travel purpose in the application form.

Travel Purposes Does The Drc Evisa Cover

Which documents are needed to apply for a DRC eVisa?

The following documents are required for applicants from Ethiopia applying for a DRC eVisa:

  • Passport Bio-page: 6 months valid from the date of travel
  • Passport-size photo: Clear and recent with a clean white background
  • Application Letter: Address the letter to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, clearly stating the purpose of travel and relevant trip details.

Important Note: Passport photo specifications are provided on the DRC eVisa Photo Requirement webpage.

What are the stay limits and entry options for the DRC eVisa?

The stay duration below applies to travellers from Ethiopia.

  • Max Stay Days: 7 days
  • Entry Allowed: Single Entry
  • Validity: 90 days

Is a company letterhead required for business or conference travel?
Yes. If the purpose of travel is business or conference-related, the required application letter must be issued on the host company’s letterhead.

What is the ‘Complete Ongoing eVisa Application’ feature used for?
The Complete Ongoing DRC eVisa Application feature allows applicants to resume and complete a saved DRC eVisa application form.

Which DRC eVisa processing options can applicants select?
Normal, rush, and super-rush processing options are available for nationals of Ethiopia applying for the DRC eVisa.

What is the total fee for the DRC eVisa?

The DRC eVisa Fee for citizens of Ethiopia is calculated based on the VAP border fee, nationality, exchange rate, and chosen processing time.

What are the application steps for the DRC eVisa?

As a citizen of Ethiopia, you should apply for the DRC eVisa well in advance to avoid processing delays.

Step 1

Provide your passport number, travel dates, and personal information correctly, then upload the required documents

Step 2

Pay the processing fee using your credit/debit card and submit the eVisa application form

Step 3

Once the processing is completed within a few days, the approved DRC eVisa will be shared via email

Note: When completing the form, applicants may use the "Add Applicant" option to include multiple travellers in one submission. All applications are processed together, and updates are sent to the primary applicant, but each traveller will receive a separate eVisa.

What else do you need to know about the DRC eVisa

  • After applying for your DRC eVisa, you can check the status on the DRC eVisa Status webpage, and regular status updates are also shared to your registered email address.
  • The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the planned travel date.
  • The passport should have at least 2 pages for visa stamps.
  • Extensions are issued by EMG/DGM (Immigration) and are subject to fees determined by the visa type and the period of stay.

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