Congo [Republic of]

ISO Code: CG

Travel Tips

Respect to religious customs should be shown during the month of Ramadan
Some local languages are also spoken: Lingala, Munukutuba and Kikongo. English is not widely spoken
Bottled water recommended
Dress should be on the conservative side and mini-skirts and shorts should not be worn in public
There are limited ATM’s that accept foreign cards, and it is primarily a cash economy. A few hotels accept credit cards, but there is limited use in Congo
Check the local political situation before finalising travel plans

Last updated 26 October 2026

Travel Alerts

Proposed visa changes may be implented from 1 January 2027, including:

Foreign Representation in South Africa

960 Arcadia Street, Arcadia
Telephone: 012 342 5507
Email: pretoria@embassyofcongo.co.za
Website: www.embassyofcongo.co.za
Hours: 09:00 - 16:00

Public Holidays

January: 1
April: 6
May: 1, 14, 25
June: 10
August: 15
November: 1, 28
December: 25

Visa Requirements

All applicants must appear in person to apply for a visa
Application form (can be filled in online, or downloaded & printed)
Valid passport (minimum of 3 months) (Ensure there are 2 blank pages to affix visa)
Two 50mm x 50mm passport colour photographs
Prepaid DHL envelope with a tracking number
A copy of airline tickets or itinerary
An invitation letter (legalised by CID) or hotel reservation
Three Months recent bank statements
Business visa: business letter (legalised by CID)

Visa Processing Time

Visa Cost

Visitors Short-Stay (30 days): ZAR 1200

Visa Forms

Health / Vaccinations

Yellow Fever

Hepatitis A & B, Meningitis, Rabies, Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio

South African Representative Abroad

Allée des Aiglons, vers le Lycée Chaminade, BP: 14592, Brazzaville
Telephone: +242 06 660 0211
Email: loussoukem@dirco.gov.za
Website: dirco1.azurewebsites.net/brazzaville/