Africa
Congo - Kinshasa
The Congo river, rainforests and mountain gorillas. Check the latest advice: some regions are in armed conflict.
Caution: some areas are unsafe
Parts of this country are unsafe or advised against. Check your government's official travel advice before you go and during your trip.
Eastern provinces (North and South Kivu, Ituri) are in armed conflict and advised against.
Official advice for my nationality- Local time
- 15:29
- Currency
- CDF
- Calling code
- +243
- Capital
- Kinshasa
- Languages spoken
- French, KG, LN, LUA, Swahili
Health & vaccines
- A yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required if you arrive from a country at risk: check the official rules.
- See a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before you leave: some vaccines are often recommended.
- Malaria exists in some areas: ask a travel clinic about prevention.
- Don't drink tap water: drink bottled or filtered water, and avoid ice of unknown origin.
- Rabies exists: avoid stray dogs, cats and monkeys. If bitten or scratched, see a doctor the same day.
- Medical care is limited: travel insurance with medical evacuation is strongly recommended.
These rules change and depend on your situation: always check with the official sources and your embassy before you leave. GoZzzy gives general information and cannot be held responsible.
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