Democratic Republic of the Congo Embassy and Consulates in Benin
Democratic Republic of the Congo Embassy in Cotonou, Benin
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of Democratic Republic of the Congo may close on the following Beninese and DR Congo holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Vodoun Festival | Saturday, January 10 | 14 hours, 34 minutes |
| Anniversary of President Laurent Kabila’s Assassination | Friday, January 16 | 6 days, 14 hours |
| Anniversary of Prime Minister Patrice Emery Lumumba’s Assassination | Saturday, January 17 | 1 week |
| Valentine's Day | Saturday, February 14 | 1 month |
| People's Sovereignty Day | Saturday, February 28 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| International Women's Day | Sunday, March 08 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| International Francophonie Day | Friday, March 20 | 2 months, 1 week |
1. How many DR Congo Embassies/Consulates are there in Benin?
Democratic Republic of the Congo currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Benin including and Cotonou.
2 - Do Beninese citizens need a visa for Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Beninese citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into Democratic Republic of the Congo. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of Democratic Republic of the Congo in Benin for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of DR Congo embassies in Benin?
The DR Congo representative offices in Benin will be closed in observance of the following Beninese and DR Congo holidays in 2026/2024:
- Vodoun Festival (BJ) Sat, Jan 10, 2026 (20 hours, 35 minutes)
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Time in Democratic Republic of the Congo vs Benin
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo time is is same date and time Porto Novo, Benin