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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bastille Day | Tuesday, July 14 | 1 week, 3 days |
| Parents' Day | Saturday, August 01 | 4 weeks |
| Assumption of Mary | Saturday, August 15 | 1 month, 1 week |
| September Equinox | Wednesday, September 23 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| World Tourism Day | Sunday, September 27 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| Daylight Saving Time ends | Sunday, October 25 | 3 months, 3 weeks |
| All Saints' Day | Sunday, November 01 | 3 months, 4 weeks |
| Armistice Day | Wednesday, November 11 | 4 months, 1 week |
| December Solstice | Monday, December 21 | 5 months, 2 weeks |
| Christmas Eve | Thursday, December 24 | 5 months, 2 weeks |
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:
- Bastille Day (FR) Tue, Jul 14, 2026 (1 week, 4 days)
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Time in France vs Democratic Republic of the Congo
Paris, France time is 1:00 hours ahead of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo