Do I need a visa to travel from France to Congo?

Yes, a visa is required to travel from France to Congo.

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Essential Congo information

Capital : Brazzaville

The Republic of the Congo is a Central African country rich in oil resources. It faces economic challenges due to oil dependency and diversification efforts. The government is implementing the 2022-2026 National Development Plan to boost non-oil growth.

Weather in Brazzaville

Updated : 2026-04-21 13:30 ⟳

36.1°C

Averse de pluie légère

Feels like : 41.8°C

Humidity : 45%

Practical travel information

Population : 6,637,785

Languages :

français
lingala
kituba

Currency : FCFA (CFA Franc)

Continent : Africa

Area : 342,000 km²

Coordinates : Lat: 4.27, Lng: 15.28

Government : Presidential republic

National day : August 15 - Independence Day

Essential preparations

Timezone : Africa/Brazzaville

Calling code : +242

Internet domain : .cg

Tap water : unsafe

Driving : Right

Tipping : 10-15% in restaurants

Emergency numbers :

Police : 117
Ambulance : 242
Fire brigade : 118

Electricity : 220V / 50Hz / Plugs : Type C, Type E

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