ENRU
Home  ›  DR Congo  ›  South Africa
Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do DR Congo citizens need a visa for South Africa?

e-Visa / ETA

DR Congo citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter South Africa — applied for online before departure.

Get a South Africa visa → South Africa → DR Congo
VISAXSJul 2026
→
e-Visa / ETA
DR Congo → South Africa
e-Visaonline

Everything for your trip to South Africa

Flights

Compare airfares and find the cheapest.

Explore

Hotels

Stays for any budget.

Explore

Travel insurance

Coverage for your whole trip.

Explore

Visa assistance

Help with the application, online.

Explore

Partner links — we may earn a commission at no cost to you.

DR Congo vs South Africa: passport comparison

DR Congo

17

visa-free countries

Global rank: #187 · mobility 67.5

South Africa

61

visa-free countries

Global rank: #97 · mobility 111.5
14

countries both DR Congo and South Africa can enter visa-free together

South Africa: good to know

Pretoria

Capital

South African Rand (ZAR)

Currency

South Africa Standard Time (UTC+2)

Time zone

+27

Calling code

Where else DR Congo goes visa-free

→ BarbadosVisa-free · 90 days → → BeninVisa-free · 90 days → → BurundiVisa-free · 90 days → → DominicaVisa-free · 21 days → → GambiaVisa-free · 90 days → → HaitiVisa-free · 90 days → → KenyaVisa-free · 90 days → → MauritiusVisa-free · 90 days → → MicronesiaVisa-free · 30 days →
Check another route

Documents you'll usually need for South Africa

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do DR Congo citizens need a visa for South Africa?
DR Congo citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter South Africa — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — DR Congo or South Africa?
The South Africa passport is stronger: 61 visa-free countries versus 17. Global rank: DR Congo #187, South Africa #97.
Where can DR Congo and South Africa citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 14 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for South Africa?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between DR Congo and South Africa?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

DR Congo passport ranking

Where else the DR Congo passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

View the passport →