DR Congo visa from Algeria
Last verified: July 2026 (evisa.gouv.cd source)
Do you need a visa for DR Congo from Algeria?
Yes, but Algeria is eligible for the DRC e-Visa (Flying Visa). For tourism, visit or business (mining, NGOs), everything is 100% online at evisa.gouv.cd (Direction Générale de Migration) — ⚠️ ≈ $300 online + $90 at entry, decision ≈ 72h — OuiVisa can handle this. A yellow-fever certificate is mandatory. For study, it is a consular long-stay visa.
Official source: evisa.gouv.cd
At a glance
⚠️ Security: active armed conflict in the east of the country — check official travel advisories and avoid the affected areas.
- Main type
- e-Visa (Flying Visa)
- Algeria
- e-Visa eligible
- System
- 100% online (evisa.gouv.cd, DGM)
- OuiVisa processing
- Online (Track B)
- Fees
- ≈ $300 + $90 at entry (to confirm)
- Timeline
- ≈ 72 hours
- Yellow fever
- Certificate mandatory on entry
- Study / work
- Consular long-stay visa (Track A)
Choose your purpose of travel
Required documents (e-Visa)
- Passport (valid ≥ 6 months, 2 blank pages)
- Online e-Visa form (evisa.gouv.cd) + scanned passport page
- Digital photo (white background)
- Yellow-fever vaccination certificate (mandatory to enter)
- Invitation letter (company / host) or hotel reservation
- Round-trip flight booking (proof of onward travel)
- Proof of funds for the stay
How to apply, step by step
- 1Check your e-Visa eligibility
Algeria is eligible for the Flying Visa (evisa.gouv.cd, DGM).
- 2Complete the form online
Scanned passport + photo + invitation/hotel + flight.
- 3Pay the fee online (≈ $300)
On the official portal evisa.gouv.cd.
- 4Receive your e-Visa (≈ 72h)
An authorisation to print; ≈ $90 payable at entry.
- 5Yellow-fever vaccine + travel
The yellow-fever certificate is required on arrival.
By purpose of travel
DR Congo tourist e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit DR Congo as a tourist from Algeria?
For tourism, Algerians do an e-Visa (Flying Visa) — 100% online at evisa.gouv.cd (≈ $300 + $90 at entry). You need a valid passport, a yellow-fever certificate, proof of onward travel and funds. OuiVisa can do it for you.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Yellow-fever certificate
- Hotel reservation + round-trip flight
DR Congo business e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a business trip to DR Congo from Algeria?
For meetings, mining projects or NGO missions in DR Congo, Algerians do an e-Visa (Flying Visa) for business — 100% online, no paid work. An invitation letter from the host company / organisation is strongly recommended. Yellow-fever certificate mandatory.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Invitation letter from the host company / NGO
- Yellow-fever certificate + round-trip flight
Questions about this purpose
Can I work on the e-Visa?
No. It covers business-visitor activities (meetings, prospecting), not paid work — which needs a work visa (outside scope).
DR Congo family visit e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit a relative in DR Congo from Algeria?
To visit family or friends in DR Congo, the e-Visa (Flying Visa) works — 100% online. A host invitation letter + address strengthens the file. Yellow-fever certificate mandatory. OuiVisa can do it for you.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Host invitation letter + address
- Yellow-fever certificate + round-trip flight
Questions about this purpose
Do I need an invitation?
A host invitation letter (with their address) clearly strengthens the file.
DR Congo medical e-Visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for medical treatment in DR Congo from Algeria?
For treatment in DR Congo, Algerians do an e-Visa (Flying Visa) for a medical purpose with a letter from the Congolese hospital (appointment + estimate) and proof of funds. 100% online, yellow-fever certificate mandatory. OuiVisa can do it for you.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Letter from the Congolese hospital (appointment + estimate)
- Medical records + proof of funds
- Yellow-fever certificate
Questions about this purpose
What medical documents are required?
A letter from the Congolese hospital (appointment + estimate) and your medical records with your Algerian doctor's recommendation.
Short study in DR Congo from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a short course in DR Congo from Algeria?
For a short course (within the Flying Visa), an e-Visa may suffice — 100% online. Note: a formal program needs a consular long-stay visa via the Congolese mission — see the long-stay study page. Yellow-fever certificate mandatory.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Scanned passport page + digital photo
- Enrolment / course letter (short)
- Yellow-fever certificate + round-trip flight
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a consular visa?
No for a short course (Flying Visa). A formal program needs a consular long-stay visa — see the dedicated page.
Transit in DR Congo from Algeria
Do you need a transit visa for DR Congo?
An airside transit at Kinshasa (without clearing immigration, in the international zone) generally needs no visa. To leave the airport or enter DR Congo, the Flying Visa (e-Visa) applies (evisa.gouv.cd, ≈ $300 + $90). The yellow-fever certificate is required on entry. Check per your connection.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Valid passport
- Onward ticket (connecting flight)
- Yellow-fever certificate (if entering)
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a visa to transit through DR Congo?
Not for an airside transit (international zone). As soon as you enter, the Flying Visa is required.
Fees (e-Visa)
| e-Visa (Flying Visa) online | ≈ $300 (to confirm) |
| Payable at entry | ≈ $90 |
| Yellow-fever vaccination | per centre |
⚠️ Official fees: the DRC e-Visa (Flying Visa) costs ≈ $300 online, plus ≈ $90 payable at the point of entry (to confirm on evisa.gouv.cd — the only official portal of the Direction Générale de Migration; beware of .com copycats). The application is 100% online, decision in ≈ 72 hours. A yellow-fever vaccination certificate is mandatory to enter the DRC (yellow-fever country). Passport valid ≥ 6 months + proof of onward travel. Study / work go through a consular long-stay visa + residence card. Confirm on evisa.gouv.cd.
Frequently asked questions
Is Algeria eligible for the DRC e-Visa?
Yes: Algerian nationals can apply for the Flying Visa (e-Visa) 100% online at evisa.gouv.cd (Direction Générale de Migration). OuiVisa can handle this.
How much is the DRC e-Visa?
Allow ≈ $300 online, plus ≈ $90 payable at the point of entry (to confirm on evisa.gouv.cd). It is one of Africa's most expensive e-Visas.
Do I need a yellow-fever vaccine?
Yes, mandatory: the DRC is a yellow-fever country and requires a valid vaccination certificate on entry, regardless of where you come from.
Is there a fee on arrival?
Yes: ≈ $90 payable at the point of entry, in addition to the ≈ $300 paid online (to confirm).
What about study / work?
It is a consular long-stay visa via the Congolese mission; the residence card is referred to a licensed adviser.
Is approval guaranteed?
No. Issuance is at the Direction Générale de Migration's discretion; OuiVisa (or a partner agency) prepares and submits the file, but approval is not guaranteed.
Ready to do your DR Congo e-Visa online?
OuiVisa fills the official (DGM) portal and submits your Flying Visa — fee check (≈ $300 + $90) before payment.
Start my e-Visa onlineVisa application assistance — short and long stay, including study. OuiVisa does not provide immigration advice, residency, family reunification, work-permit or settlement services; for these we refer you to a licensed adviser. Visa issuance is at the competent authority's discretion; approval is not guaranteed.
