South Africa Embassy and Consulates in Democratic Republic of the Congo
South Africa Embassy in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of South Africa may close on the following DR Congo and South African holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Anniversary of President Laurent Kabila’s Assassination | Friday, January 16 | 1 week, 1 day |
| Anniversary of Prime Minister Patrice Emery Lumumba’s Assassination | Saturday, January 17 | 1 week, 2 days |
| Valentine's Day | Saturday, February 14 | 1 month |
| International Women's Day | Sunday, March 08 | 2 months |
| Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power) | Sunday, March 15 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Eid ul Fitr | Friday, March 20 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Human Rights Day | Saturday, March 21 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 03 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
1. How many South African Embassies/Consulates are there in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
South Africa currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Democratic Republic of the Congo including and Kinshasa.
2 - Do DR Congo citizens need a visa for South Africa?
DR Congo citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into South Africa. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of South Africa in Democratic Republic of the Congo for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of South African embassies in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
The South African representative offices in Democratic Republic of the Congo will be closed in observance of the following DR Congo and South African holidays in 2026/2024:
- Anniversary of President Laurent Kabila’s Assassination (CD & ZA) Fri, Jan 16, 2026 (1 week, 1 day)
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Time in South Africa vs Democratic Republic of the Congo
Pretoria, South Africa time is 1:00 hours ahead of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo