Travel requirements for Democratic Republic of the Congo
Everything a UK traveller needs to know before visiting Democratic Republic of the Congo — passport and visa rules, recommended vaccines with lead times, and whether you need an International Driving Permit.
Entry requirements for Democratic Republic of the Congo
Passport validity
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive.
Visas
British passport holders normally need a visa to enter.
Source: UK Foreign Travel Advice — Democratic Republic of the Congo. Always confirm the latest requirements before you travel.
Vaccines for travel to Democratic Republic of the Congo
Based on NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro guidance for UK travellers. Lead times assume protection is needed on the day you arrive.
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10 days before travelYellow Fever Required
Proof of vaccination required on entry under International Health Regulations.
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2 weeks before travelHepatitis A Recommended
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Tetanus / Diphtheria Recommended
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2 weeks before travelTyphoid Recommended
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2 weeks before travelChikungunya Consider
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7 days before travelCholera Consider
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Dengue Consider
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3 weeks before travelHepatitis B Consider
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10 days before travelMeningococcal ACWY Consider
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4 weeks before travelPolio Consider
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4 weeks before travelRabies (Pre-exposure) Consider
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Tuberculosis (BCG) Consider
Source: NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro — Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Driving in Democratic Republic of the Congo
To drive in Democratic Republic of the Congo with a UK driving licence, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) under the 1968 Vienna Convention.
IDPs are issued by PayPoint (no longer the Post Office) — find an issuing store.
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