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Dr Congo Visa for Zambia Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Zambian citizens can apply for a DR Congo e-Visa online before travel via the government e-visa portal; fee around USD 100-130, processing 48-72 hours.

Guide last updated September 26, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid at least 6 months beyond the stay
  • Digital passport-style photo
  • Scanned passport bio page
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate, mandatory and checked on arrival
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Online payment method (credit/debit card)
  • No biometrics for the e-visa itself, though fingerprints may be taken on arrival

Visa types

  • Tourist e-Visa - single entry, valid 90 days from issue, stay up to 30 days, fee approximately USD 100-130
  • Business e-Visa - similar validity, requires an invitation letter, fee approximately USD 130-150
  • Longer work/residence visas - processed through the Direction Générale de Migration in Kinshasa

How to apply online

  • Apply through the official DRC e-visa portal (visagov.cd)
  • Create an account, fill in the application, upload the passport bio page and photo, and pay online
  • Approval is typically emailed within 48-72 hours as a printable e-visa
  • Present the printed e-visa and the yellow fever card on arrival

Fees & processing time

  • e-Visa fee: approximately USD 100-130 depending on entry type, paid online by card
  • No separate consulate fee since the process is fully online
  • Standard processing time: 48-72 hours
  • Express processing (around 24 hours) sometimes offered for an additional fee

Tips for Zambia travelers

  • Apply at least a week before travel to allow for occasional processing delays
  • Ensure the yellow fever certificate is valid, as entry can be refused without it
  • Double-check the spelling of names against the passport, since corrections can delay approval
  • Print the e-visa approval and carry it alongside the passport

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.