Visa is mandatory for Bangladeshi citizens traveling to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

There is currently no DRC Embassy in Dhaka, so applicants must submit through a third-country embassy, most commonly India, Malaysia, or South Africa, depending on consular jurisdiction and travel history.

Traveler’s Holiday Ltd assists applicants with processing, logistics, documentation, and appointment booking. Logistics charge applies.

Tourist Visa Requirements

• Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)

• Two (2) passport-sized photographs

• Completed visa application form

• Hotel booking confirmation

• Return air ticket booking

• Bank statement (last 6 months)

• Income proof or employment/business documents

• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate (mandatory)

• Travel itinerary

• Police clearance certificate (recent and authenticated)

• Cover letter explaining purpose of visit

• Visa request letter addressed to the concerned embassy

Business Visa Requirements

• All Tourist Visa documents plus:

• Invitation letter from DRC business partner

• Company registration/license copy (Bangladesh)

• Business cover letter from applicant’s company

• Any previous business correspondence (if available)

Important Notes

• Yellow Fever Vaccination is mandatory for entry.

• All documents must be in English or French, and translations should be certified.

• Visa processing time: 10–20 working days, varies by embassy.

• Visa validity and stay duration: Based on visa type and consular decision.

Country Information

• Continent: Africa

• Capital: Kinshasa

• Official Language: French

• Currency: Congolese Franc (CDF)

• Local Time: GMT +1 / +2

• Exchange Rate: 1 BDT ≈ 15.87 CDF (0.063 BDT ≈ 1 CDF)

• Dialing Code: +243

• Weekend Days: Saturday & Sunday

• Population: Approx. 77.27 million (2015)

• Area: 2,345,409 km² (905,400 mi²)

• Education Rate: 77.3%

• Religion: Predominantly Christianity

• Climate:

  • Hot & humid in the river basin

  • Cool & dry in southern highlands

  • Alpine in Rwenzori Mountains

• Head of Government (As of 2015): Augustin Matata Ponyo

Top Destinations

• Kinshasa

• Virunga National Park

• Lake Kivu

• Lake Tanganyika

• Lake Albert

• Lake Edward

• Mount Nyiragongo

• Kahuzi-Biéga National Park

• Garamba National Park

• Rwenzori Mountains

• Mount Sabyinyo

• Goma

Q1: How many countries should I visit before applying for this country?
A: There’s no official requirement, but we recommend having visited at least 2–3 countries previously.

Q2: How much bank balance is required?
A: No specific minimum, but consistent transaction history and ability to cover travel costs must be evident.

Q3: My education qualification is low. Can I apply?
A: Yes. Tourist visas have no educational requirements.

Q4: My visa application was refused recently. When can I reapply?
A: There is no restriction. However, it’s advised to wait a reasonable time and improve your profile before reapplying.

Q5: Can you arrange an invitation letter?
A: No. Invitations must come from known contacts (family or friends). If unavailable, confirmed hotel bookings are acceptable.

Q6: Will applying with my family increase my visa chance?
A: It depends on the destination. For DRC, it may not significantly affect the decision. For some countries, it helps; for others, it may not.

Q7: Do you provide visa guarantee?
A: No. Visa approval is at the discretion of the embassy. We provide professional support to prepare your file.