Zimbabwean visa for DR Congo citizens
A visa is NOT required for DR Congo passport holders visiting Zimbabwe for a short-term stay: 3 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For DR Congo citizens to enter Zimbabwe for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 3 months |
| Evisa | Zimbabwe e-visa for DR Congo citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Zimbabwe visa on arrival for DR Congo citizens | Not Available | |
Zimbabwe tourist visa requirements:
- Holding DR Congo passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Zimbabwe.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Zimbabwe.
If you are looking for Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe nearest your place of residence.
- Kinshasa: The Embassy of Zimbabwe in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Working hours: Open now. Close in 4 hours 34 minutes)
Zimbabwe visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Democratic Republic of the Congo) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 28,084 | N/A |
| 2009 | 26,949 | -4.04% |
| 2010 | 26,949 | 0.00% |
| 2011 | 27,516 | 2.10% |
| 2012 | 28,651 | 4.12% |
| 2013 | 29,786 | 3.96% |
| 2014 | 28,368 | -4.76% |
| 2015 | 26,422 | -6.86% |
| 2016 | 26,223 | -0.75% |
| 2017 | 33,811 | 28.94% |
| 2018 | 34,487 | 2.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Zimbabwe & Democratic Republic of the Congo comparison
Zimbabwe's area is approximately 386,850 km2 (149,363 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 6.06 times bigger than Zimbabwe.
As of October 2025, Zimbabwe's population is ~16.0 million people - 98,845,356 fewer people than the population of Democratic Republic of the Congo.
We have highlighted Zimbabwe & Democratic Republic of the Congo’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Zimbabwe | Democratic Republic of the Congo | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 15,962,780 | 114,808,136 | 98.8 million fewer people live in Zimbabwe than Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 32 | 58 | Zimbabwe has 26 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Democratic Republic of the Congo. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 39 | 17 | Zimbabwe passport holders can visit 22 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 44 | 44 | Zimbabwean hosts 0 fewer foreign missions than Democratic Republic of the Congo. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Democratic Republic of the Congo travel to Zimbabwe in one year?
The number of visitors from Democratic Republic of the Congo visiting Zimbabwe in 2018 was approximately 34,487.
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| Sunrise | 11:34 AM | |
Useful Information
- Harare to Kinshasa: 2013.16 km (1250.92 mi)
- Travel time: 4 hours 11 minutes
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