You need a visa for Democratic Republic of the Congo if you have a Thai passport

These visas exist for Democratic Republic of the Congo, but they cannot be applied for online with Thai nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to Democratic Republic of the Congo

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Thai citizens need a visa for Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Yes. Thai citizens need a visa for Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Democratic Republic of the Congo may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
Passport photos 35x45mm, white background
Hotel booking or invitation letter from host
Return flight or onward travel itinerary
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Entry requirements for Thai travellers

These rules apply specifically to Thai passport holders entering Democratic Republic of the Congo as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Democratic Republic of Congo. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler arrives in Democratic Republic of Congo. The passport must have at least 2 blank pages side by side.
Democratic Republic of Congo Embassy in Washington Last checked 2026-07-27
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for DR Congo
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Meningococcal vaccine for areas that are part of the meningitis belt during the dry season; -Routine vaccines including Polio and Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - DR Congo Last checked 2026-07-27
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Democratic Republic of the Congo
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Democratic Republic of Congo.
Last checked 2026-07-27
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Democratic Republic of Congo.
Last checked 2026-07-27
May be required
Visa may be required for transit
Travelers may need a transit visa for Democratic Republic of the Congo. Travelers should contact the nearest embassy or consulate for details.
Last checked 2026-07-27

A look at Democratic Republic of the Congo

Virunga National Park — Home to critically endangered mountain gorillas
Congo River — The world's deepest river and Africa's second longest
Mount Nyiragongo — One of the world's most active volcanoes with a spectacular lava lake
Kinshasa — Africa's third-largest city and gateway to the DRC