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DR Congo visa for Bangladeshis

SECURITY WARNING: the UK government (FCDO) advises against all travel to large parts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including North Kivu, South Kivu, Ituri, Haut-Uele, Maniema, Tanganyika, Haut-Lomami, areas near the Central African Republic border and the Kwamouth territory, and against all but essential travel to other areas. An Ebola outbreak was also reported in 2026, with health screening at entry. UK government advice says visitors need a visa, passport valid at least 6 months after arrival, and proof of yellow fever vaccination. We could not open an official DRC government visa page, so fees, processing time, the e-visa portal and Bangladesh procedure are marked for confirmation. Last checked 6 November 2026.

Quick answer: Security advisory: UK FCDO advises against all travel to several eastern and border regions and against all but essential travel to other parts, including parts of Kinshasa.. Visa needed?: Yes (UK government advice). Bangladesh-specific rule not seen on an official DRC page; confirm.. Confirm before you pay.

Official source checkedLast checked: 6 November 2026Visa before travel; security warning

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SECURITY ADVISORY

UK FCDO advises against all travel to several eastern and border regions and against all but essential travel to other parts, including parts of Kinshasa.

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VISA NEEDED?

Yes (UK government advice). Bangladesh-specific rule not seen on an official DRC page; confirm.

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WHERE TO APPLY

UK advice points to the DRC embassy's online visa form and embassy application. Bangladesh route (e-visa or embassy in New Delhi or elsewhere) not confirmed from an official page.

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FEE

Not confirmed from an official page. Third-party sites quote different USD amounts. Confirm with our office.

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PROCESSING TIME

UK advice says allow at least 2 to 3 weeks; some applications are referred to Kinshasa.

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STAY

Not confirmed from an official page.

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PASSPORT VALIDITY

Must expire at least 6 months after arrival (UK advice).

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YELLOW FEVER

Proof of yellow fever vaccination required; polio proof in some circumstances (UK advice).

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DEPARTURE TAX

USD 55 on international flights and USD 10 on domestic flights, paid at check-in (UK advice).

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INSURANCE

Travelling against FCDO advice may invalidate travel insurance.

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Security warning

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The UK government advises against all travel to Haut-Uele, Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, Maniema, Tanganyika and Haut-Lomami, to areas within 50 km of the Central African Republic border, and to the Kwamouth territory. It advises against all but essential travel to parts of Kinshasa, Upemba National Park and Kisangani airport. Travel Counsellor Ltd. does not recommend travel against official advice.
UK advice also notes health screening, including passenger locator forms and temperature checks, linked to an Ebola outbreak declared in May 2026. Check TravelHealthPro and WHO updates before booking.

How to apply

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UK advice says visitors need a visa and may apply through the DRC embassy, with at least 2 to 3 weeks allowed. A letter of invitation stamped by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kinshasa may speed things up. Some third-party sites describe an e-visa portal, but we could not verify the address on an official page. Contact our office or a DRC mission before paying any website or agent.

Total cost

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Government fee: not confirmed from an official page. Third-party figures differ and may include agent charges. Departure tax of USD 55 applies on international flights (UK advice). Travel Counsellor Ltd. service charges, if any, are quoted separately in BDT by our office.

Where to apply: receiving authority

DRC embassy online visa form (UK embassy form listed by UK government; confirm Bangladesh route)

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Website: forms.ambardc.london/visa

Linked from UK government advice. We have not verified which DRC mission handles Bangladeshi applicants.

Offices, hours and appointment rules change. Check the official website or ask us before you go.

Document checklist

Documents change by visa type and profile. Our counsellor confirms your exact list.

Core documents (all applicants)

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Passport valid at least 6 months after arrival (UK advice)
Visa application form with passport scan and photo
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Return ticket and accommodation or invitation details (genuine only)
Letter of invitation from a host in DRC, ideally stamped by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (can speed processing, per UK advice)

Employed applicants (supporting)

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Job letter, NOC and bank statement

Business owners (supporting)

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Trade licence, bank statement and business invitation

Students (supporting)

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Institution letter and sponsor bank statement

Children (supporting)

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Birth certificate and parent consent letter as a precaution

Things to watch

Serious security advisory: UK FCDO advises against all travel to large parts of DRC.
Ebola outbreak reported in 2026; health screening at entry.
No official fee was confirmed; avoid unofficial agents and look-alike websites.
Travel Counsellor Ltd. is a private consultancy, not an embassy. Decisions rest with DRC authorities.
No approval is guaranteed and fees can change.

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to travel to DR Congo?

The UK FCDO advises against all travel to large parts of the country and all but essential travel to others. Check your own government's advice and insurance.

Do I need a visa?

UK government advice says yes. Confirm the Bangladesh procedure with a DRC mission or our office.

How much is the DR Congo visa?

We could not confirm an official fee. Third-party figures differ. Ask our office.

Is approval guaranteed?

No. DRC authorities decide, and rules can change.

Sources

Visa decisions are made by the issuing authority. Fees and rules change, so confirm before you pay.