Visas for DRC

Visas for DRC

Visas for DRC are relatively standard and single and multiple options are available to get visas for DRC.

All foreign nationals will need visas to enter DRC, with the except of travellers in transit flights who do not leave the airport.

Generally travellers will need a valid ID or green card, a passport valid for at least six months, application forms, passport photographs and proof of airline return tickets, invitation to visit or proof of reason for visiting.

Single-entry visas cost £40 for one month, £73 for two months, £105 for three months and £145 for six months. Multiple-entry visas cost £65 for one month, £97 for two months, £121 for three months and £194 for six months. Transit visas cost £24 for one-way and £48 for return travel.

Visas generally take up to 2 weeks to be processed, and delays are frequent. Travellers should be cautious of going through correct channels too as fraud and corruption are rife.

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