Get a Congo, Republic of Visa
Tourist Travel Requirements for a Congo, Republic of Visa for Chinese Citizens
Appointment System
This Consulate operates an appointment system for visa issuance. After we have received all the materials required in support of your visa application, CIBTvisas will schedule an appointment with the Consulate to submit your visa application.
Passport
You must provide your actual signed passport, including one copy of the personal information page of your passport. Your passport must:
- Be valid for the next six months
- Have at least one blank visa page
- Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
Proof of Residency
This must be provided as the original and a copy of Hong Kong Identity Card (HKID).
Photograph(s)
You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last six months and printed on high quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 35mm by 45mm
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photos should not be affixed to your application or display evidence of adhesive or staples
Copy of Passport
A clear colour photocopy of the information page(s) from the applicant's passport
Proof of Financial Means
This must be provided as the photocopy of the applicant's last three non-online current account bank statements.
Proof of Travel Arrangements
This must be provided as the original and a copy of the paid flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
Visa Application Form
One fully completed and signed visa application form
CIBTvisas Order Confirmation
Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.
Proof of Previous Visa(s)
This must be provided as a copy of all previous visas obtained for this destination
Business Travel Requirements for a Congo, Republic of Visa for Chinese Citizens
Appointment System
This Consulate operates an appointment system for visa issuance. After we have received all the materials required in support of your visa application, CIBTvisas will schedule an appointment with the Consulate to submit your visa application.
Passport
You must provide your actual signed passport, including one copy of the personal information page of your passport. Your passport must:
- Be valid for the next six months
- Have at least one blank visa page
- Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
Proof of Residency
This must be provided as the original and a copy of Hong Kong Identity Card (HKID).
Photograph(s)
You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:
- Be taken within the last six months and printed on high quality photo paper
- Be taken against an all white background
- Be 35mm by 45mm
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
- You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
- Your photos should not be affixed to your application or display evidence of adhesive or staples
Business Introduction Letter
You must provide a Business Introduction Letter from the applicant's Hong Kong employer. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays a Hong Kong postal address.
Note that most consulates require the Business Cover Letter to be dated within one month of application submission.
Additionally, a copy of the original letter is required.Letter of Invitation
An original letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. This letter must:
- Be on company letterhead paper
- Include the name of the applicant
- Specify the purpose and itinerary of journey
- Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
- Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
- Be signed in the original
- Bear the company stamp/seal
Copy of Passport
A clear colour photocopy of the information page(s) from the applicant's passport
Proof of Travel Arrangements
This must be provided as the original and a copy of the paid flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
Visa Application Form
One fully completed and signed visa application form
CIBTvisas Order Confirmation
Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.
Proof of Previous Visa(s)
This must be provided as a copy of all previous visas obtained for this destination
Congo, Republic of Visa FAQ
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When is the best time to apply for my Congo, Republic of visa?
The best time to apply for your Congo, Republic of visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion. -
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Congo, Republic of visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Congo, Republic of visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application by a secure method, such as a guaranteed postal service or courier.