Eritrean visa for DR Congo citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for DR Congo passport holders visiting Eritrea for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For DR Congo citizens to enter Eritrea for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Eritrea e-visa for DR Congo citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Eritrea visa on arrival for DR Congo citizens | Not Available | |
Eritrea tourist visa requirements:
- Holding DR Congo passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Eritrea.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Eritrea.
If you are looking for Eritrea visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Democratic Republic of the Congo, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Eritrea nearest your place of residence.
- Abuja: The Embassy of in Abuja, ~ 1734.44 kilometers (1077.73 mi) away from Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. (Working hours: Close now).
- Kampala: The Consulate General of in Kampala, ~ 1996.04 kilometers (1240.28 mi) away from Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. (Working hours: Close now).
Eritrea visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Eritrea diplomatic mission offices to Democratic Republic of the Congo for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Democratic Republic of the Congo traveling to Eritrea from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Democratic Republic of the Congo) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7 | N/A |
| 2009 | 8 | 14.29% |
| 2010 | 8 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 11 | 37.50% |
| 2012 | 13 | 18.18% |
| 2013 | 14 | 7.69% |
| 2014 | 12 | -14.29% |
| 2015 | 11 | -8.33% |
| 2016 | 14 | 27.27% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Eritrea & Democratic Republic of the Congo comparison
Eritrea's area is approximately 101,000 km2 (38,996 sq mi), while the area of Democratic Republic of the Congo is approximately 2,345,409 km2 (905,567 sq mi). This means Democratic Republic of the Congo is 23.22 times bigger than Eritrea.
As of November 2025, Eritrea's population is ~3.8 million people - 111,011,693 fewer people than the population of Democratic Republic of the Congo.
We have highlighted Eritrea & Democratic Republic of the Congo’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Eritrea | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 3,796,443 | 114,808,136 | 111.0 million fewer people live in Eritrea than Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 30 | 58 | Eritrea has 28 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Democratic Republic of the Congo. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 10 | 17 | Eritrea passport holders visit 7 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 14 | 44 | Eritrean hosts 30 fewer foreign missions than Democratic Republic of the Congo. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Democratic Republic of the Congo travel to Eritrea in one year?
The number of visitors from Democratic Republic of the Congo visiting Eritrea in 2016 was approximately 14.
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- Travel time: 6 hours 32 minutes
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