Iran passport → Congo

Do Iranian citizens need a visa for the Congo?

eVisa (apply online)

Iranian passport holders need an eVisa for the Congo. You apply and pay online before you travel.

Heads-up: some sources list this route as visa required.

What this means for your trip

Apply through the official channel (the government portal, or the airline or agent it names) and keep a printed copy of the approval.
Processing usually takes a few working days; apply at least two weeks ahead.
Check that the eVisa type matches your purpose of travel.

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Congo at a glance

Capital: Brazzaville
Currency: Central African CFA franc (XAF)
Languages: French, Kikongo, Lingala
Calling code: +242
Region: Middle Africa

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Congo for other passports

IraneVisa
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa required
United KingdomVisa required
United Arab EmiratesVisa on arrival30 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa required
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required

Nearby in Middle Africa for Iranian passport holders

AngolaeVisa
CamerooneVisa
ChadeVisa
Equatorial GuineaeVisa
GaboneVisa90 days
Sao Tome and PrincipeeVisa
Central African RepublicVisa required
DR CongoVisa required

Common questions

Do Iranian citizens need a visa for the Congo?

Iranian passport holders need an eVisa for the Congo. You apply and pay online before you travel.

How long can Iranian citizens stay in the Congo?

The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.

Can Iranian citizens get a visa on arrival in the Congo?

Not under the standard rules.

How many countries can Iranian citizens visit without a visa?

36 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Iran passport ranks #87 of 93 (passports with equal scores share a rank).

Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.