Congo passport → United Arab Emirates

Do Congolese citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?

eVisa (apply online)

Congolese passport holders need an eVisa for the United Arab Emirates. You apply and pay online before you travel.

What this means for your trip

Apply on the official government portal 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.

United Arab Emirates at a glance

Capital: Abu Dhabi
Currency: United Arab Emirates dirham (AED)
Languages: Arabic
Calling code: +971
Region: Western Asia

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United Arab Emirates for other passports

CongoeVisa
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa-free90 days
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistaneVisa
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaeVisa
PhilippinesVisa required
CanadaVisa-free90 days

Nearby in Western Asia for Congolese passport holders

PalestineVisa-free
BahraineVisa
IraqeVisa
QatareVisa
SyriaeVisa
ArmeniaVisa required
AzerbaijanVisa required
CyprusVisa required

Common questions

Do Congolese citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?

Congolese passport holders need an eVisa for the United Arab Emirates. You apply and pay online before you travel.

How long can Congolese citizens stay in the United Arab Emirates?

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

Can Congolese citizens get a visa on arrival in the United Arab Emirates?

Not under the standard rules.

How many countries can Congolese citizens visit without a visa?

47 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Congo passport ranks #79 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).

Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Republic of the Congo citizens (edited 25 Sept 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of the United Arab Emirates before you travel.