France Embassy and Consulates in Democratic Republic of the Congo
France Embassy in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of France may close on the following DR Congo and French holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Daylight Saving Time starts | Sunday, March 29 | 5 days, 9 hours |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 03 | 1 week, 3 days |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, April 05 | 1 week, 5 days |
| Easter Monday | Monday, April 06 | 1 week, 6 days |
| Education Day | Thursday, April 30 | 1 month |
| Labor Day / May Day | Friday, May 01 | 1 month, 1 week |
| WWII Victory Day | Friday, May 08 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Ascension Day | Thursday, May 14 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Liberation Day | Saturday, May 16 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Liberation Day | Sunday, May 17 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Whit Sunday | Sunday, May 24 | 2 months |
1. How many French Embassies/Consulates are there in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
France currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Democratic Republic of the Congo including and Kinshasa.
2 - Do DR Congo citizens need a visa for France?
DR Congo citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into France. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of France in Democratic Republic of the Congo for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of French embassies in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
The French representative offices in Democratic Republic of the Congo will be closed in observance of the following DR Congo and French holidays in 2026/2024:
- Daylight Saving Time starts (FR) Sun, Mar 29, 2026 (5 days, 15 hours)
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Time in France vs Democratic Republic of the Congo
Paris, France time is is same date and time Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo