Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo, also known as DR Congo, the DRC, DROC, Congo-Kinshasa, or simply the Congo, is a country located in Central Africa. It is sometimes anachronistically referred to by its former name of Zaire, which was its official name between 1971 and 1997.
Important Information
Visas
Required by ALL passport holders
For more information regarding food restrictions, passports/visa and pet travel enquiries, please contact the consulate/embassy.
Currency: Franc Congolaise (CDF)
Compulsory Vaccinations
- Yellow Fever (if coming from an affected area)
Recommended Vaccinations
- Typhoid
- Hepatitis A &B
- Rabies
- Tetanus
- Polio
- Meningitis
Precautions
- Malaria risk
Federation Automobile De La Repablique Democratique Du Congo
(FEDACO)
BP 829
Kingshasa
TEL: +24381 700 57 39
FAX: +24381 556 00 25
EMAIL: fedaco_2007@yahoo.fr
Website: www.fedaco-rdc.com
consulate/embassy Contact Details
- Dailing Code (00243)
- Embassy DRC
- +27 (012) 344-6476
- SA Representative
- +243 81 700 5414 / 8685
Documents Required
- Valid passport of the driver
- Valid Certified copy of vehicle registration papers in the name of the driver passport of the driver
- Letter of authority from the registered owner if the vehicle is not owned by the driver
- If vehicle is still being financed, carry a letter of authority from the bank (must include dates of travel) together with the vehicle license papers.
- Third-Party Insurance: Compulsory – obtained at the border post
- International Driving Permit: Recommended
Available at any AA Accredited Sales Agent store