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VISAS SERVICE

Information (1/3)

With the exception of persons holding both a valid Congolese passport and a foreign passport,
All foreign travelers must obtain an entry visa for the Republic of the Congo before their departure.
Obtaining a visa in advance is mandatory.
Anyone entering with a foreign passport must have a valid visa and the required supporting documents before boarding.


Applications submitted in person(2/3)

Visa applications must be submitted to the Congo Visa Centre.
Epworth House, 25 City Road, Londres EC1Y 1AA.

No appointment necessary
Monday to Thursday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Payment in cash or by bank transfer on the day of application.
Card or check payments are not accepted.

An incomplete application or an incorrect payment may result in a delay or a temporary refusal.

Applications soumises par poste (3/3)

Applications submitted by mail follow the same procedures and deadlines as in-person submissions.

Mailing address: Suite 311, Epworth House, 25 City Road, London EC1Y 1AA.

Payment by bank transfer only (details provided upon request by email).
Do not send cash.

Add £15 for return shipping via Royal Mail Special Delivery Service.
Prepaid special delivery envelopes are not accepted.

User of Congolese origin holding an ordinary foreign passport

General information and documents to provide

User of Congolese origin holding an ordinary foreign passport

dear compatriots

The Embassy of the Republic of the Congo in the United Kingdom informs the public that, from now on, all Congolese nationals travelling with a foreign passport must present one of the following documents when applying for a visa :

  • a hotel reservation ;
  • a certificate of accommodation ;
  • or a consular card (cost : £20  •  of validity period : 24 months).

The Embassy thanks you for your understanding and cooperation.

The Minister-Counselor in Charge of Affairs


Documents required for visa issuance

User holding an ordinary passport: Tourist / visitor


Indicative durations, costs, and deadlines

Applications & Withdrawals — Visas

Visa applications (walk-in)

Monday to Thursday: 10am to 2pm Friday: 10am to 1pm

Visa withdrawal

Monday to Thursday: 2pm to 3pm Friday: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
The documents required for us to issue a visa are as follows:
  • A valid passport (with at least 6 months remaining) containing at least two (2) blank pages.

  • A visa application form duly completed and signed by the applicant, and two (2) recent photos**.

  • A certificate of accommodation (must be countersigned by the DDST)**.

** These documents must be renewed with each visa application.

Visa processing times and costs

Visa Type
(Multiple entries
from 60 days) 		Nombre De Jours Standard Service:
10 business
days (2 weeks) 		Service
Express service:
5 business
days (1 week) 		FOR EXTRA EXPRESS VISAS IN 48 HOURS
PLEASE CONTACT US
Visit / Tourism 15 days £130 £180

CANCELATION

Please note that any cancellation or withdrawal of a visa application will be subject to a 50% fee on the total amount paid and must only be appealed within the following timeframes:

• 12 hours for the extra express service
• 48 hours for express service
• 72 hours for standard service.

No refunds will be issued after the aforementioned deadline

30 days £175 £225
45 days £195 £245
60 days £215 £265
90 days £245 £295
180 days £365 £415
365 days £625 £675
The processing times are indicative and begin upon receipt of a complete application.

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Usager détenteur d’un passeport de réfugié (Travel Document)

Special cases and supporting documents

User holding a refugee passport (Travel Document)

Refugee   category

In accordance with current regulations, hotel reservations are no longer accepted for any holder of a travel document planning to enter the Republic of Congo.

Required documents
  • A valid passport (with at least 6 months remaining) with two (2) blank pages.
  • A visa application form duly completed and signed by the applicant, and two (2) recent photos**.
  • A certificate of accommodation (must be countersigned by the DDST)**.

** These documents must be renewed with each visa application.

Visa processing times and costs

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Type de Visa
(Entrées Multiples à partir de 60 jours) 		Nombre
De Jours 		Service
Standard 10 jours ouvrés
(2semaines) 		Service
Express 5 jours ouvrés
(1semaine) 		FOR EXTRA EXPRESS
VISAS IN 48 HOURS
PLEASE CONTACT US.
Family visit
and others 		15 days £130 £180 CANCELATION

Please note that any cancellation or withdrawal of a visa application will be subject to 50% fee on the total amount paid and should only be appealed within the following time limits:

• 12 hours for the extra express service
• 48 hours for express service
• 72 hours for standard service

No refunds will be issued after the aforementioned deadline.
30 days £175 £225
45 days £195 £245
60 days £215 £265
90 days £245 £295
180 days £365 £415
365 days £625 £675

Business visa: Work/Research assignment, etc.

Letter of invitation, employer's certificate…

Business visa: Work assignment / Research etc…

Category business

Visa applications (walk-in)

  • Monday to Thursday: 10am to 2pm
  • Friday: 10am to 1pm

Visa withdrawal

  • Monday to Thursday: 2pm to 3pm
  • Friday: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

In accordance with current regulations, all business visa applications must be accompanied by: a certificate of accommodation and a invitation letter addressed to the Embassy of the Republic of the Congo in the United Kingdom. The invitation letter must come from your business partner in the Congo and specify the purpose and dates of your visit.

Required documents
  • A valid passport (with at least 6 months remaining) with two (2) blank pages.
  • A visa application form duly completed and signed by the applicant, and two (2) recent photos.**
  • An invitation letter (on official company or institution letterhead, addressed to the Embassy of the Republic of Congo). **
  • A certificate of accommodation (must be countersigned by the DGST), or a hotel reservation. **
  • A reservation or an airline ticket (hotel reservations are only accepted for a 15-day visa).

** These documents must be renewed with each visa application.

Visa processing times and costs

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Visa Type
(Entrées multiples à partir de 60 jours)		 Number of days Standard Service
10 business days (≈ 2 weeks)		 Standard Service
5 business days (≈ 1 weeks)
Business / Work assignment / Research
(£150 business visa fee per applicant, included in the visa price) 		15 days £280 £330
30 days£325£375
45 days£345£395
60 days£365£415
90 days£395£445
180 days£515£565
365 days£775£825
Extra-express service 48 h : Please contact us for expedited processing..
Cancelation : Any cancellation/withdrawal is subject to a 50% fee if made within the following timeframes : 12 h (extra-express) · 48 h (express) · 72 h (standard).No refunds beyond this amount.

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December 26, 2025 Friday Boxing Day
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