Republic of the Congo
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Republic of the Congo

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AET — Temporary Employment Authorization (Autorisation d'Emploi Temporaire - AET)
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AET — Temporary Employment Authorization (Autorisation d'Emploi Temporaire - AET)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Short-term work authorization issued for up to six months for temporary employment assignments, non-renewable but convertible to a full work permit.

Validity6 months
ProcessingVaries
Total CostNot confirmed
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Business Visa (Visa d'Affaires)
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Business Visa (Visa d'Affaires)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Short-term visa for commercial activities including meetings, conferences, feasibility studies, and establishing business contacts, valid up to 90 days.

Validity3 months
Processing1 week
Total CostNot confirmed
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Diplomatic and Service Visa (Visa Diplomatique et de Service)
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Diplomatic and Service Visa (Visa Diplomatique et de Service)

Fee-exempt visa for holders of diplomatic or official passports traveling on government or international organization business, issued with multiple entries for up to 12 months.

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFree
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Long-Stay Visa (Visa de Long Séjour)
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Long-Stay Visa (Visa de Long Séjour)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Entry visa for stays exceeding three months, required for foreign nationals transitioning to work permits or extended residence, processed in two to four weeks.

ValidityExceeding 3 months
Processing2–4 weeks
Total CostNot confirmed
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Missionary Visa (Visa de Mission Religieuse)
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Missionary Visa (Visa de Mission Religieuse)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Visa for religious workers and missionaries conducting faith-based activities in the Republic of the Congo, requiring sponsorship from a local religious organization.

ValidityVaries based on mission
Processing1 week
Total CostNot confirmed
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Permanent Residence Permit (Carte de Résident Permanent)
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Permanent Residence Permit (Carte de Résident Permanent)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Long-term residence authorization available after ten or more years of continuous legal residence and employment in the Republic of the Congo.

ValidityIndefinite
ProcessingVaries
Total CostNot confirmed
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Refugee Card (Carte de Réfugié)
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Refugee Card (Carte de Réfugié)

Special one-year renewable residence document issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to foreign nationals granted refugee status in the Republic of the Congo after a police investigation.

Validity1 year
ProcessingVaries
Total CostFree
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Tourist Visa (Visa Touristique)
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Tourist Visa (Visa Touristique)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Short-term visa for leisure travel, tourism, and cultural exploration in the Republic of the Congo, valid up to 90 days with single or multiple entries.

Validity3 months
Processing1 week
Total CostNot confirmed
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Transit Visa (Visa de Transit)
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Transit Visa (Visa de Transit)

Short-duration visa for passengers transiting through the Republic of the Congo en route to a third country, not required if continuing on the same aircraft without leaving the transit area.

Validity3 days
ProcessingVaries
Total CostNot confirmed
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Visa d'affaires (Business Visa)
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Visa d'affaires (Business Visa)

Short-term, potentially multiple-entry visa for business professionals attending meetings, negotiations, or conferences in the Republic of the Congo.

Validity90 days
Processing7-10 business days
Total CostNot confirmed
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Visa de courtoisie
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Visa de courtoisie

Fee-free courtesy visa for invited guests, officials, and dignitaries visiting the Republic of the Congo for official or ceremonial purposes.

ValidityDuration of official mission
Processing7-10 business days
Total CostFree
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Visa de retour
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Visa de retour

Re-entry document for foreign nationals with prior legal residence in the Republic of the Congo who need to resume their residency after travel abroad.

ValidityDetermined by the underlying residence status
Processing7-15 business days
Total CostNot confirmed
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Visa de séjour (Visa de long séjour)
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Visa de séjour (Visa de long séjour)

Long-stay visa for foreign nationals relocating to the Republic of the Congo for employment, study, family reunification, or investment, valid from 1 to 5 years and renewable.

Validity1 to 5 years (renewable)
Processing7-10 business days
Total CostNot confirmed
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Visa de travail (Visa d'établissement de travail)
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Visa de travail (Visa d'établissement de travail)

Employer-sponsored work visa for foreign nationals hired by a registered Congolese employer, valid for the duration of the employment contract.

ValidityDuration of the employment contract
Processing10 to 12 business days
Total CostNot confirmed
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Visa diplomatique
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Visa diplomatique

Fee-free entry authorization for diplomats, government officials, and international organization representatives traveling to the Republic of the Congo on official business.

ValidityUp to 1 year
Processing7-14 business days
Total CostFree
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Visa touristique (Tourist Visa)
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Visa touristique (Tourist Visa)

Tourist visa for leisure, sightseeing, and private visits to the Republic of the Congo, valid for 90 days for non-U.S. citizens and 180 days for U.S. citizens.

Validity90 days
Processing7-10 business days
Total CostNot confirmed
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