South Africa 
Democratic Republic of the Congo A visa is required to visit the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC); South African passport holders should apply through the appropriate DRC embassy/consulate before travel.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
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Entry type Visa required
Onward ticket Recommended
Entry requirements
- UK government travel advice states a visa is required to visit DRC and points applicants to the embassy application process.
Always confirm the correct visa category and supporting documents with the DRC embassy/consulate responsible for your place of residence before travel.
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Sources
- UK FCDO — Democratic Republic of the Congo entry requirements (visa required) (reputable secondary)
- DRC Embassy (UK) — Visa application form and process
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.