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Travel corridorDR Congo visa requirements for citizens of the United Arab Emirates.
Short-stay answer
eVisaUnverified
Up to
7 days
per visit
- Apply online
From our visa matrix · not yet re-checked against an official source
Yes — citizens of the United Arab Emirates typically need an eVisa for DR Congo, applied for online before travel; stays of up to 7 days are typically allowed.
Visa Volant letter exemption possible
- Max stay
- 7 days
- per visit
- Government fee
- $300
- DR Congo eVisa (Ordinary Flying Visa - Tourism)
- Processing
- ~3 days
- typical
- Valid for
- 90 days
- DR Congo eVisa (Ordinary Flying Visa - Tourism)
Before you go
Documents for the DR Congo eVisa (Ordinary Flying Visa - Tourism)
7 documents in our checklist for this route.
Passport
Required
Passport photograph
Required
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required
Responsible person / invitation
Required
Proof of accommodation
Required
Return or onward ticket
If applicable
Online payment confirmation
Required
Other short-stay visas
DR Congo Airport / Port Visa on Arrival$40 · ~1 day
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · congo-autrement.e-monsite.com
DR Congo Consular Travel Visa (Visa de Voyage)$83
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · congo-autrement.e-monsite.com
DR Congo Transit Visa$50
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · congo-autrement.e-monsite.com
DR Congo eVisa (Business Visit)$300 · ~5 days
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · evisa.gouv.cd
Beyond short stays
Other ways into DR Congo for citizens of the United Arab Emirates.
Study & Training
Full detailsDR Congo Student Establishment Visa$100
- Study
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · congo-autrement.e-monsite.com
Work & Self-Employment
Full detailsDR Congo Work Establishment Visa & Foreigner Work Card$653
- Work
- Study
- Path to residency
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · avocats.cd
DR Congo Mining & Oil-Sector Expatriate Work Route$653
- Work
- Study
- Path to residency
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · bankable.africa
Invest & Capital
Full detailsDR Congo Investor Establishment (ANAPI / Investment Code)~30 days
- Work
- Study
- Path to residency
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · anapi.cd
Family & Origin
Full detailsDR Congo Matrimonial Establishment Visa (Foreign Spouse)$200
- Work
- Study
- Path to residency
- Family can join
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · congo-autrement.e-monsite.com
Special Categories
Full detailsDR Congo Establishment Visa for Religious / Philanthropic Work$200
- Work
- Study
- Path to residency
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · congo-autrement.e-monsite.com
DR Congo Diplomatic / Courtesy Visa$0
- Family can join
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · en.wikipedia.org
DR Congo Ordinary Establishment Visa (Professionals)$700
- Work
- Study
- Path to residency
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · congo-autrement.e-monsite.com
DR Congo Special / Permanent Establishment Visa$653
- Work
- Study
- Path to residency
- Family can join
Verified 14 Jun 2026 · congo-autrement.e-monsite.com
Questions
Common questions
Do citizens of the United Arab Emirates need a visa to visit DR Congo?
Yes — citizens of the United Arab Emirates typically need an eVisa for DR Congo, applied for online before travel; stays of up to 7 days are typically allowed.
How long can citizens of the United Arab Emirates stay in DR Congo?
Up to 7 days per visit under the evisa arrangement, as of our last verification. Longer stays or other purposes use a dedicated visa route.
How do citizens of the United Arab Emirates apply for the DR Congo eVisa?
Through the DR Congo eVisa (Ordinary Flying Visa - Tourism), submitted online or via the official channel before travel. The government fee is $300. Processing typically takes 3 days. Requirements can vary by nationality and change over time — last verified 14 Jun 2026.
Can citizens of the United Arab Emirates work or study in DR Congo?
DR Congo has 9 verified routes across work, study, residence and other purposes. Eligibility varies by route and nationality — see the full DR Congo visa guide for details.
Short-stay answer
Unverified
This short-stay answer comes from our visa matrix and has not yet been re-checked against an official source. Confirm with the embassy or the official portal before you travel.
Long-stay routes
Last verified 14 Jun 2026
Source: congo-autrement.e-monsite.com
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