Vietnam to Congo (Dem. Rep.) visa requirements

Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter the Democratic Republic of Congo. There is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival access. The recommended route is the official DGM eVisa (evisa.gouv.cd), or a tourist visa from a DRC embassy/consulate. A separate $90 entry fee (VAP) is also payable at the border. As of 2026, Vietnam (VN) is not among the few countries (Burundi, Republic of Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania) granted visa-free entry to the Democratic Republic of Congo (CD), so a Vietnamese ordinary passport holder must obtain a visa before travel. The DRC operates an official electronic visa system administered by the Direction Generale de Migration (DGM) at evisa.gouv.cd, which is the most practical channel for tourists; applicants may alternatively apply through a DRC embassy or consulate. The eVisa is typically issued as a short-stay single-entry document (commonly up to 7 days, usable within 3 months of issue), while embassy-issued tourist visas are available for 1 month, 2 months, or 6 months in single- or multiple-entry form. Regardless of route, all travelers entering on a visa pay a mandatory entry/border fee (commonly cited at USD 90) on arrival. A passport valid at least 6 months, proof of yellow fever vaccination, an invitation or hotel/accommodation evidence, proof of funds, and a return ticket are standard requirements. Because sources and DGM discretion can affect issued duration and entries, travelers should apply at least 2-3 weeks ahead and confirm current fees on the official portal. Verdict: visa required, via eVisa as the recommended channel.