United Kingdom Embassy and Consulates in Democratic Republic of the Congo
United Kingdom Embassy in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of United Kingdom may close on the following DR Congo and British holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thursday, January 01 | 0 minutes |
| 2nd January | Friday, January 02 | 2 hours, 18 minutes |
| Martyrs of Independence Day | Saturday, January 03 | 1 day, 2 hours |
| Martyrs of Independence Day | Sunday, January 04 | 2 days, 2 hours |
| Epiphany | Tuesday, January 06 | 4 days, 2 hours |
| Orthodox Christmas Day | Wednesday, January 07 | 5 days, 2 hours |
| Orthodox New Year | Wednesday, January 14 | 1 week, 5 days |
| Isra and Mi'raj | Friday, January 16 | 2 weeks |
| Anniversary of Prime Minister Patrice Emery Lumumba’s Assassination | Saturday, January 17 | 2 weeks, 1 day |
| Burns Night | Sunday, January 25 | 3 weeks, 2 days |
1. How many British Embassies/Consulates are there in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
United Kingdom currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Democratic Republic of the Congo including and Kinshasa.
2 - Do DR Congo citizens need a visa for United Kingdom?
DR Congo citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into United Kingdom. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of United Kingdom in Democratic Republic of the Congo for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of British embassies in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
The British representative offices in Democratic Republic of the Congo will be closed in observance of the following DR Congo and British holidays in 2026/2024:
- New Year's Day (CD & GB) Thu, Jan 01, 2026 (0 minutes)
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Time in United Kingdom vs Democratic Republic of the Congo
London, United Kingdom time is 1:00 hours behind Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo