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Spain to Congo (Dem. Rep.) visa requirements

Spanish ordinary passport holders need a visa for DR Congo and should apply for the official electronic "Visa Volant" (eVisa/airport visa) at evisa.gouv.cd before traveling. There is no visa-free or true visa-on-arrival channel for Spain. DR Congo requires a visa from Spanish citizens; Spain is not among the six visa-exempt nationalities (Burundi, Republic of Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zimbabwe). The recommended route is the official electronic visa, branded the "Visa Volant" / Visa Aéro-Portuaire (VAP), applied for online via the Direction Générale de Migration (DGM) portal at evisa.gouv.cd. Applicants create an account, upload a passport valid 6+ months, a yellow fever vaccination certificate, proof of accommodation/host in the DRC, a return flight itinerary and proof of funds, then pay online. The application is typically approved within about 72 hours and the approval is valid for entry within 3 months. The standard structure is roughly USD 300 paid online plus an additional USD 90 settled at the point of entry (about USD 390 total). The eVisa admits an initial short stay of up to 7 days; travelers staying longer must regularize their stay at a DGM office within 7 days of arrival, paying for a 30-day or 60-day visa stamp. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry. Because there is no confirmed visa-free or on-arrival channel and fees are non-trivial, travelers should apply at least two weeks ahead.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Electronic visa (Visa Volant / Visa Aéro-Portuaire, VAP) via DGM eVisa portal
Maximum stay
Up to 7 days on initial eVisa; extendable to 30 or 60 days by regularizing at a DGM office
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
~USD 300 online + ~USD 90 on arrival (≈ USD 390 total)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approx. 72 hours (apply 2+ weeks ahead)
standard track
Validity
Must be used within 3 months of issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
As a Spanish ordinary passport holder you are not visa-exempt for DR Congo; you must obtain a visa before travel. Use the official eVisa channel, not third-party agencies.
· Spain not exempt· Apply before travel
/02
Create an account on the official eVisa portal
Go to evisa.gouv.cd (Direction Générale de Migration) and register an applicant account. Avoid look-alike commercial sites.
· evisa.gouv.cd· DGM official
/03
Complete the application form
Select the tourist/visit purpose and fill in personal, passport and travel details. You must declare a host person or organization (e.g., your hotel) responsible for your stay.
· Tourist purpose· Declare host/hotel
/04
Upload supporting documents
Attach a scan of your passport (valid 6+ months), a yellow fever vaccination certificate, proof of accommodation, return flight itinerary and proof of sufficient funds.
· Passport 6+ months· Yellow fever certificate
/05
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the online portion (around USD 300) by credit/debit card. An additional fee (around USD 90) is settled at the point of entry.
· ~USD 300 online· ~USD 90 on arrival
/06
Receive approval and travel
Approval typically arrives within ~72 hours. Download and print the eVisa; enter within 3 months. If staying beyond 7 days, regularize at a DGM office within 7 days of arrival.
· ~72h approval· Regularize if >7 days
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Spain -> Congo (Dem. Rep.) · Electronic visa (Visa Volant / Visa Aéro-Portuaire, VAP) via DGM eVisa portal
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted online eVisa application on evisa.gouv.cd
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of accommodation and a declared host/responsible party in DRC
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredReturn or onward flight itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds / financial sponsorship
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredPassport-style digital photo
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredOnline visa fee payment (credit/debit card)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredFunds for the ~USD 90 fee payable on arrival
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedPlan to regularize stay at DGM within 7 days if staying longer
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesEVISA RDC - Official DGM eVisa PortalEVISA RDC - Frequently Asked QuestionsWikipedia - Visa policy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Application link included: EVISA RDC - Official DGM eVisa Portal
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa online feeUSD 300Paid online when applying (includes ~USD 50 administrative + ~USD 250 visa)
Entry fee on arrivalUSD 90Paid at the point of entry in DRC
In-country stay regularization (optional)USD 50+At DGM office within 7 days for a 30- or 60-day visa stamp if extending
Total estimateUSD 390 — USD 440incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing
~72 hours
Official DGM eVisa portal turnaround; apply at least 2 weeks before travel to be safe.
Early application buffer
2+ weeks ahead
Recommended lead time to absorb document or payment issues before departure.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Spain is not visa-exempt
Only six nationalities (Burundi, Republic of Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Zimbabwe) enter DR Congo visa-free; Spain is not among them.
High
/02
No genuine visa-on-arrival channel
The 'airport visa' (VAP) must be requested and approved online beforehand via evisa.gouv.cd; you cannot simply show up and pay at the border.
High
/03
Mandatory yellow fever vaccination
A valid yellow fever certificate is required for entry and to validate the visa application.
High
/04
Host/accommodation declaration required
Every applicant must name a responsible person or organization (often the hotel) overseeing their stay.
Medium
/05
Short initial stay needs regularization
The eVisa grants only ~7 days initially; longer stays must be regularized at a DGM office.
Medium
/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 · major
Spain to Dem. Rep. Congo route verified
Confirmed via the official DGM eVisa portal (evisa.gouv.cd) and visa-policy sources that Spanish ordinary passport holders need an electronic Visa Volant/VAP: ~USD 300 online plus ~USD 90 on arrival, ~72h processing, valid 3 months, 7-day initial stay, yellow fever mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Spanish citizen enter DR Congo without a visa?—
No. Spain is not among the six visa-exempt nationalities, so a visa is required. The standard route is the official electronic Visa Volant/VAP applied for at evisa.gouv.cd.
Is there a true visa on arrival?+
How much does it cost in total?+
How long can I stay?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?+
How early should I apply?+
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