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Do Germany passport holders need a visa to visit CG?

Yes, German passport holders need a visa to visit the Republic of the Congo (Brazzaville). It must be obtained in advance from a Congolese embassy or consulate before travel; there is no official e-visa and no visa on arrival for German citizens. A German ordinary-passport holder traveling to the Republic of the Congo (Congo-Brazzaville, country code CG) for tourism must obtain a consular visa before departure. The Republic of the Congo does not operate an official online e-visa platform, and visa on arrival is not granted to German citizens, so the visa has to be secured in person at the Congolese Embassy in Berlin or the Honorary Consulate in Hannover. Two main tourist categories exist: a 15-day multiple-entry visa (around EUR 80) and a 3-month visa (around EUR 155), with standard processing of roughly 48 hours and an express option for an additional fee. Note that the Republic of the Congo is a Central African state and is entirely separate from the neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC/Kinshasa), which runs its own e-visa system. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry. The Republic of Congo announced in May 2026 that it will abolish visas for all African citizens from January 2027, but this measure does not affect German or other non-African passport holders, who continue to require a visa.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Consular tourist visa (obtained in advance; no e-visa, no visa on arrival)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days depending on visa type (15-day or 3-month)
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 80 (15-day) to EUR 155 (3-month)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approximately 48 hours standard; 24 hours / same-day express available
standard track
Validity
15 days or 3 months from issue, per category
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a consular visa
German ordinary passport holders require a visa for the Republic of the Congo (Brazzaville). There is no e-visa and no visa on arrival, so plan to apply well before departure at the Congolese Embassy in Berlin or the Honorary Consulate in Hannover.
· Apply in advance· Embassy/consulate only
/02
Get your yellow fever vaccination
A valid International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever is mandatory for entry and is also typically required as part of the visa file. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel.
· Mandatory· Allow 10 days
/03
Assemble the required documents
Prepare a passport valid at least 6 months with two blank pages, the completed application form (in duplicate), two recent biometric photos, the yellow fever certificate, a return/onward flight ticket, hotel reservation or invitation letter, and proof of sufficient funds.
· Passport 6 months· 2 photos
/04
Submit your application in person
Lodge the application at the Embassy of the Republic of the Congo in Berlin (Grabbeallee 47, 13156 Berlin) or the Honorary Consulate in Hannover. In-person submission is required; visa issuance on entry is not possible.
· In-person· Berlin or Hannover
/05
Pay the visa fee and choose processing speed
Pay EUR 80 for the 15-day multiple-entry visa or EUR 155 for the 3-month visa. Add the express surcharge if you need 24-hour or same-day processing.
· EUR 80 / EUR 155· Express optional
/06
Collect your passport and verify the visa
Retrieve your passport once the visa is issued (about 48 hours for standard processing). Check the validity dates, number of entries and authorised stay before traveling.
· ~48 hours· Check details
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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German passport valid at least 6 months beyond travel with two blank pages
required
Completed Republic of Congo visa application form (in duplicate)
required
Two recent biometric passport photos
required
Valid yellow fever vaccination certificate
required
Return or onward flight ticket
required
Hotel reservation or letter of invitation
required
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
required
Visa fee payment (EUR 80 or EUR 155)
required
Polio vaccination (may be checked at border)
recommended
Travel/health insurance covering the trip
recommended
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
15-day tourist visa (multiple entry)EUR 80Short-stay option
3-month tourist visaEUR 155Longer-stay option, up to 90 days
Express processing surchargeEUR 5For 24-hour or same-day issuance
Total estimateEUR 80 — EUR 160incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard consular processing
Approximately 48 hours
Normal turnaround after in-person submission at the embassy or consulate.
Express processing
24 hours / same day
Faster issuance for an additional fee of about EUR 5.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No e-visa or visa on arrival for Germans
The Republic of the Congo does not operate an official online visa platform, and visa on arrival is not granted to German citizens, so the visa must be obtained at a consulate beforehand.
High
/02
Confusion with the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Travelers often confuse Congo-Brazzaville (CG) with the neighbouring DRC (Kinshasa), which runs a separate e-visa system. The e-visa does not apply to the Republic of the Congo.
High
/03
Missing yellow fever certificate
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory and can be demanded both for the visa file and at the border.
Medium
/04
Assuming the 2027 Africa visa waiver applies
Congo's planned January 2027 visa abolition covers only African citizens and does not extend to German or other non-African passport holders.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Germany to Congo route verified
Confirmed visa-required status for German ordinary passport holders to the Republic of the Congo (Brazzaville). Verified no official e-visa and no visa on arrival; visa must be obtained in advance at the Congolese Embassy in Berlin or Honorary Consulate in Hannover. Fees EUR 80 (15-day) to EUR 155 (3-month), ~48h processing. Noted the Jan 2027 African-only visa waiver does not affect German nationals.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do German citizens need a visa for the Republic of the Congo?—
Yes. German ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa in advance from a Congolese embassy or consulate. There is no official e-visa and no visa on arrival for German citizens.
Is there an e-visa for the Republic of the Congo?+
Where do I apply for the visa in Germany?+
How much does the visa cost and how long does it take?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required?+
Does Congo's 2027 visa-free announcement help German travelers?+
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