Destination guide

Democratic Republic of the Congo visa requirements

For Australia passport holders

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Entry requirements

Visa free / eVisa

For holders of a passport from

Stay allowance: 7 days

Do I need a visa to visit Democratic Republic of the Congo with a Australia passport?

eVisa

Key entry notes

  • Visa on arrival at Ndjili International Airport if a letter of invitation (Visa volant) issued by the Ministry of Interior and Security is conferred.
  • Due to security concerns, the Australian government advises its citizens not to visit the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Data refreshed 06 Sep 2026

At a glance

Travel basics

Region
Middle Africa
Capital
Kinshasa
Languages
French, Lingala, Kongo, Swahili, Luba-Katanga
Currency
CDF
Time zones
UTC+01:00UTC+02:00
Area
2,344,858 km2
Population
77,267,000