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Democratic Republic of the Congo Embassy in London, United Kingdom

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45-49 Great Portland Street W1W 7Lt London United Kingdom

Phone: +44-20-7580-3931 Working hours: Close now (Lunch time)

Holidays to be Observed in 2026

The Embassies and Consulates of Democratic Republic of the Congo may close on the following British and DR Congo holidays in 2026:

Holiday
Holiday	Date	Counting down
Tu B'Shevat (Arbor Day)	Monday, February 02	2 days, 4 hours
Valentine's Day	Saturday, February 14	2 weeks
Chinese New Year	Tuesday, February 17	2 weeks, 3 days
Carnival / Ash Wednesday	Wednesday, February 18	2 weeks, 4 days
St. David's Day	Sunday, March 01	1 month
Purim	Tuesday, March 03	1 month
International Women's Day	Sunday, March 08	1 month, 1 week
Mothering Sunday	Sunday, March 15	1 month, 2 weeks

Frequently asked questions, answered

1. How many DR Congo Embassies/Consulates are there in United Kingdom?

Democratic Republic of the Congo currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in United Kingdom including and London.

2 - Do British citizens need a visa for Democratic Republic of the Congo?

British 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 United Kingdom for further instructions.

3- What is the Holiday Calendar of DR Congo embassies in United Kingdom?

The DR Congo representative offices in United Kingdom will be closed in observance of the following British and DR Congo holidays in 2026/2024:

Tu B'Shevat (Arbor Day) (GB) Mon, Feb 02, 2026 (2 days, 11 hours)

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Visa Information

DR Congo visa requirements for British citizens

Time in Democratic Republic of the Congo vs United Kingdom

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo time is 1:00 hours ahead of London, United Kingdom

London, United Kingdom 12:22^PMFriday, January 30, 2026

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo 13:22^PMFriday, January 30, 2026