Democratic Republic of Congo
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The travel advice is Reconsider your need to travel to Democratic Republic of Congo. Democratic Republic of Congo is Moderate restrictions for travel. Get travel ban, restrictions alerts and advice before travelling to Democratic Republic of Congo. Democratic Republic of Congo is part of Africa with main city at
Kinshasa. Its Least Developed country with a
population of 85M people. The main currency is Congolese Franc. The languages
spoken are French, Lingala, Kongo, Swahili and Luba-Katanga.
👍 Least Developed 👨👩👦👦 85M people
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🚨 Travel Advice for Democratic Republic of Congo
Moderate restrictions
for travelInternational travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo is permitted. It is necessary to comply with requirements to ensure entry is allowed.
Vaccinated travelers are still required to undergo testing on arrival, and should register and pre-pay for this before arrival.
For more details Foreign travel advisory, United Kingdom
Vaccinated travelers must still provide a pre-departure test and may be randomly selected to be tested on arrival. Travelers are also required to have a suitable quarantine plan in place for 14 days as a precaution, even when seeking the fully vaccinated exemption.
Proof of vaccination must be uploaded on the ArriveCAN application. The final dose must have been administered at least 15 days before departure and supporting documentation must be in English, French, or with a certified translation.
Further information can be found at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/covid-vaccinated-travellers-entering-canada#determine-fully
Travelers testing negative on the day-8 test may leave quarantine 14 days after arrival. Travelers testing positive will undergo further 10-day quarantine from the day the test was taken and follow the instructions of local authorities.
Travelers may instead provide documentation of having recovered from COVID-19. This will require proof of a positive test result, taken at least 15 days before departure and not more than 180 days before departure.
Proof of negative molecular test result or recovery must be uploaded to the ArriveCAN application. Further information on the testing requirements, such as types of tests accepted, can be found at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/flying-canada-checklist/covid-19-testing-travellers-coming-into-canada?utmcampaign=gac-amc-covid-20-21&utmsource=travel-covidtravel-restrictionsflying&utmmedium=redirect&utmcontent=en#getting-tested
Travelers may register for the test on arrival at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/flying-canada-checklist/covid-19-testing-travellers-coming-into-canada?utmcampaign=gac-amc-covid-20-21&utmsource=travel-covidtravel-restrictionsflying&utmmedium=redirect&utmcontent=en#register
Travelers who can present proof of a positive test result, taken at least 14 days before departure and not more than 180 days before, are exempt from testing on arrival.
Other restrictions
Proof of a negative PCR test, taken within the previous 72 hours, must be provided on departure from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The test must be provided by either the Institut National de la Recherche Biomédicale (INRB) or a medical facility approved by them. There may also be further screening on departure, such as temperature checks.Vaccinations and vaccinated travel
Travelers who present a valid international certificate for full vaccination against COVID-19, with the use of an approved vaccine, are exempt from pre-departure testing requirements.Vaccinated travelers are still required to undergo testing on arrival, and should register and pre-pay for this before arrival.
Test/medical certificate required
Proof of a negative COVID-19 test, taken within the previous 72 hours, must be provided on arrival.Testing on arrival
A COVID-19 test will be administered on arrival for approximately $45 USD, at the expense of the traveler. This can be paid in cash on arrival or travelers can register their information and pre-pay for the test at https://inrbcovid.com/Other medical measures
All passengers are subject to health screening on arrival, such as temperature checks and visual assessment.For more details Foreign travel advisory, United Kingdom
Government measures
A nationwide curfew is in place between 10 pm and 4 am, limiting moving for emergencies only. In addition to safety guidelines, preventative health measures such as frequent hand washing and social distancing are encouraged to combat further outbreaks. We recommend keeping up-to-date with official guidelines throughout your trip.Use of masks
Face masks are required in public spaces, enclosed environments, and on public transportation.Public transport
Public transportation is operating with limits to capacity in place. Proof of a negative COVID-19 test, taken within 7 days prior, may be required to visit different provinces.Restaurants
Restaurants are open with social distancing rules in place, but may be closed in high-risk areas.Bars
Bars remain closed to limit the rate of transmission.Nightclubs
Nightclubs remain closed to limit the rate of transmission.Shops
Most shops are re-opening with adapted safety measures in place, such as the use of hand sanitizer and social distancing.On return
Vaccinations and vaccinated travel
Travelers who present a valid international certificate for full vaccination against COVID-19, with the use of an approved vaccine, do not require an essential reason to enter and are exempt from quarantine requirements.Vaccinated travelers must still provide a pre-departure test and may be randomly selected to be tested on arrival. Travelers are also required to have a suitable quarantine plan in place for 14 days as a precaution, even when seeking the fully vaccinated exemption.
Proof of vaccination must be uploaded on the ArriveCAN application. The final dose must have been administered at least 15 days before departure and supporting documentation must be in English, French, or with a certified translation.
Further information can be found at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/covid-vaccinated-travellers-entering-canada#determine-fully
Quarantine required
Travelers are required to self-quarantine for 14 days on arrival at their own residence or accommodation.Travelers testing negative on the day-8 test may leave quarantine 14 days after arrival. Travelers testing positive will undergo further 10-day quarantine from the day the test was taken and follow the instructions of local authorities.
Test/medical certificate required
Proof of a negative test result, taken within the previous 72 hours, must be provided on departure.Travelers may instead provide documentation of having recovered from COVID-19. This will require proof of a positive test result, taken at least 15 days before departure and not more than 180 days before departure.
Proof of negative molecular test result or recovery must be uploaded to the ArriveCAN application. Further information on the testing requirements, such as types of tests accepted, can be found at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/flying-canada-checklist/covid-19-testing-travellers-coming-into-canada?utmcampaign=gac-amc-covid-20-21&utmsource=travel-covidtravel-restrictionsflying&utmmedium=redirect&utmcontent=en#getting-tested
Testing on arrival
A molecular test will be administered on arrival and travelers will be provided COVID-19 at-home specimen collection kits which must be taken on day 8 of the quarantine period. The kit contains information on how to collect, store and ship the samples.Travelers may register for the test on arrival at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/flying-canada-checklist/covid-19-testing-travellers-coming-into-canada?utmcampaign=gac-amc-covid-20-21&utmsource=travel-covidtravel-restrictionsflying&utmmedium=redirect&utmcontent=en#register
Travelers who can present proof of a positive test result, taken at least 14 days before departure and not more than 180 days before, are exempt from testing on arrival.
Travel restriction details for Democratic Republic of Congo
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Destination No quarantine
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Return Quarantine required
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Some Visitors
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Restaurants & bars Open with restrictions
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Open shopping
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Operational with restrictions transport
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events Partially Allowed
🔒 Lockdown Details for Democratic Republic of Congo
A curfew is in place from 18 December between 9pm and 5am. You should not be outside without justifiable reason (eg a medical emergency during these hours).
Wearing of facemasks is mandatory for anyone in public areas. This includes in public and private transport. The police will issue fines of 5000 Congolese Francs ($3) if masks are not worn.
DRC authorities have announced a gradual easing of public health measures:
-businesses, banks, restaurants and shops are re-opening in Kinshasa with social distancing measures in place. -places of worship, stadiums and performance halls have reopened. -schools, colleges and universities have reopened. -social enterprises eg bars and nightclubs remain closed.
Wearing of facemasks is mandatory for anyone in public areas. This includes in public and private transport. The police will issue fines of 5000 Congolese Francs ($3) if masks are not worn.
DRC authorities have announced a gradual easing of public health measures:
-businesses, banks, restaurants and shops are re-opening in Kinshasa with social distancing measures in place. -places of worship, stadiums and performance halls have reopened. -schools, colleges and universities have reopened. -social enterprises eg bars and nightclubs remain closed.
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