Facts about Congo
The Republic of the Congo, also called Congo-Brazzaville, is a central African nation with rainforest reserves that are habitats for gorillas. Its capital city, Brazzaville, lies across the Congo River from Kinshasa, the capital of neighboring Democratic Republic of the Congo. Brazzaville's highlights include traditional craft markets and the mid-20th-century Basilique Sainte-Anne, with a green-tiled roof and spire.
Travelers are advised to leave all valuable items at home because of the pick-pocketing that is likely to happen at times in the country. You are also advised to stay safe and avoid having unprotected sex.
Basic Travel Requirements for Kenyans visiting Congo
Types of Congo Visa
Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
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Tourist Visa | 5 -7 working days | 90 days |
Business Visa | 5 - 7 working days | 30 days |
Work Visa | 5 - 7 working days | 90 days |
Transit Visa | 5 - 7 working days | 24 hours |
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Places in Visas of Congo Fees
Visa Type | Sub Type | Visa Fees |
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Tourist Visa | Not available | |
Business Visa | Not available | |
Work Visa | Not available | |
Transit Visa | Not available | |
Visa | Not available |
FAQs about Places in Visas of Congo
What is the official language spoken in Congo ?
What is Congo known for ?
Does Congo have diamonds ?
Why is it called the Congo ?
Is the Republic of Congo safe ?
Yes, Congo is one of the safer cities in Africa.
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What are the visa requirements for a Kenyan passport holder going for business trip. ?
Visas of Congo, Visa, Tourist visa
Nairobi
Foreigners applying for this visa have the intention of traveling to Congo for sightseeing, relaxation, and recreation. Kenyans visiting the country may have been invited by their friends and relatives who are living in the country. If you have been invited by a friend or relative in the country, a letter of invitation from your host is required. The letter should clearly state the relationship between the applicant and the host. You can attend festivals and events taking place in the country that are of interest to you. A letter from the applicant’s employer is required. The letter should introduce the applicant, state the applicant’s job position in the country, and state the duration of the applicant’s visit. Applicants should submit a copy of their Kenyan stay permit. If you are under the age of 18 years and you are traveling alone or with one of your parents, a notarized consent signed by both your parents is required. Also, you are required to submit a copy of your birth certificate. Proof of the incentive of returning to Kenya after the expiry of your visa should be provided. The receipt which shows that payment has been made for visa application is required. Foreigners are prohibited from taking up work or be paid for the services they render in the country. A copy of the International Certificate of Vaccination for yellow fever is required.
Visas of Congo, Visa, Business visa
Nairobi
This visa allows business travelers to go about their business activities in Congo without restrictions. Negotiating and signing of business contracts during business meetings is part of the activities that business people can engage in while in the country. Kenyans who are visiting Congo on this visa can attend conferences, trade fairs, and business summits. Travelers who will be attending conferences in the country should ensure they register for the conference before leaving their country. Proof of registration is required. A letter from the applicant’s employer confirming awareness and allowance of business leave is required. The letter should also state the activities to be carried out by the applicant and the duration of the applicant’s visit. The letter must also indicate who will be financially responsible for the applicant and must provide detailed contact information in Congo. An official letter of invitation from the inviting company on the company’s letterhead stating the nature of the business being performed should be provided. The letter should be addressed to “The Embassy of the Republic of Congo” and must be stamped by the local Department of Immigration. If you will be visiting more than one company, a letter of invitation from each company you will be visiting is required. The Certificate of Business Registration and the Income Tax Return of the host company is required. If there has been any previous dealing between you and the company in Congo, proof of this should be submitted. A receipt indicating that payment has been made for visa application is required. Documents which show that you have the incentive of returning to Kenya at the end of your trip should be provided. Kenyans are advised to be immunized against yellow fever before traveling to Congo.
Work visa, Visas of Congo, Visa
Nairobi
This visa is issued to Kenyans who are visiting Congo to take up paid employment. Foreigners applying for this visa type should endure they have been offered employment by an employer in Congo before applying for this visa. Applicants are required to present a letter of employment from their employer in Congo. The letter should state the position the applicant has been employed to fill in the company. If you do not possess the necessary qualification for the job you have been offered by the company in Congo, you will not be issued this visa. Proof from the company in Congo that there was no Congolese available to take up the job at the time you were offered this job should be provided. The employment contract signed by both the employer and the employee which shows that you will not be paid below the minimum wage is required. A copy of the Certificate of Business Registration and Income Tax Return should be submitted. If you will be traveling with a minor, the original birth certificate bearing both names of the minor’s parents should be presented. Also, a notarized consent signed by both parents of the applicant is required. Proof of payment of visa application fee is required. Immunization for yellow fever is mandatory.
Visas of Congo, Visa, Transit visa
Nairobi
This visa is issued to foreigners making short stops in Congo. With the transit visa, foreigners can board a connecting flight from Congo to their destination country. Applicants of this visa type are expected to present the visa and other entry permits of their destination country. Flight ticket of the destination country is also required. Traveling from Kenya to Congo and back to Kenya is not regarded as transit. This visa does not allow foreigners to take up work or engage in business. You are not allowed to be enrolled in one of the academic institutions in the country. An extension to this visa will not be granted. If you are under the age of 18 years, the original of your birth certificate is required.
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