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Congo visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Congo? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Middle Africa | Continent: Africa

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5Visa-free
0eVisa
10Visa on arrival
183Visa required

Congo entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 5 can enter Congo visa-free (most commonly for up to 90 days) and 10 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 183 need a visa issued in advance by an embassy or consulate.

15 of 198 passports can travel to Congo without arranging anything before departure.

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Congo entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Congo
United States of AmericaVisa required
United KingdomVisa required
CanadaVisa required
AustraliaVisa required
GermanyVisa required
FranceVisa required
IndiaVisa required
ChinaVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
South AfricaVisa required
BrazilVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required

Congo visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Congo.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa59039
Asia01050
Europe00045
North America00023
Oceania00014
South America00012

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 5
Visa on arrival 10
Visa required 183

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Congo?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 5 can enter visa-free, 10 can get a visa on arrival and 183 need a visa before travel. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Congo without a visa?

5 passports have visa-free access to Congo, including Cameroon, Central African Rep., Chad, Eq. Guinea and Gabon. The most common visa-free stay is 90 days.

Does Congo offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 10 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Congo. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Do African passport holders need a visa for Congo?

Of 53 passports from Africa, 14 can enter Congo visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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