For Congolese passport holders with a Schengen visa

Countries Congolese citizens can visit with a Schengen visa

These countries trust a Schengen visa and waive or ease their own visa for Congolese citizens.

6 countries open up
5 visa-free
1 easier eVisa or eTA

Albania eVisa→Visa-free90 days

Multiple-entry US, UK or Schengen visa that has already been used once in the issuing country. Residence permits from those places also qualify.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Ireland, GCC residence, UK residence, EU residence.
Kosovo Visa required→Visa-free

Valid multiple-entry Schengen visa or biometric Schengen residence permit. Some categories are limited to 15 days.

Also accepted: US visa, Canada, Australia, Japan, EU residence.
Mexico Visa required→Visa-free180 days

Physical visa sticker valid on arrival (digital copies refused). Fill the FMM form; carry return ticket and accommodation proof.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Canada, Japan, Green Card, UK residence, EU residence.
Montenegro Visa required→Visa-free30 days

Supporting visa must stay valid for your whole stay.

Also accepted: US visa, UK visa, Canada, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Ireland.
Serbia eVisa→Visa-free90 days

Valid multiple-entry visa or residence permit. 90 days in any 180.

Also accepted: US visa, EU residence.
Moldova Visa required→eVisa

Citizens holding a residence permit or a valid visa issued by one of the member states of the European Union or one of the parties to the Schengen Agreement can apply for an electronic visa.

Also accepted: EU residence.

Hold a different visa?

US visa holders 5 EU residents 5 UK visa holders 3 Canadian visa and PR holders 3 Japan visa holders 3

Hold more than one? Tick everything you hold to see every country it opens up.

Common questions

Which countries can Congolese citizens visit with a Schengen visa?

6 destinations relax their rules for Congolese citizens who hold a Schengen visa, including visa-free entry to Albania, Kosovo, Mexico, Montenegro, Serbia. Conditions differ by country.

Does a Schengen visa have to be valid on arrival?

Yes, in almost every case. Many countries also want it valid for some months after you arrive, and a few want it already used once. The exact rule is listed under each country.

Perks are re-checked every week. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.