Congo
General visa requirements for travelling to Congo. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Work / Immigration visa (Student/Work Long-Stay Authorization)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- Varies by case
- Fee
- Varies by case
- Validity
- According to approved status
- Entry
- Single entry
Long-stay routes should be confirmed directly with official authorities before travel.
Eligibility
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Employment
Long-stay study/work requires approved status.
Required status: Approved long-stay authorization
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
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Work permit notification
Provide work permit approval, notification or authorisation evidence from the relevant authority.
Issuing authority: Republic of Congo competent authority; Permit number: As issued