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🇲🇾 Does a Malaysian need a visa for the Republic of the Congo 🇨🇬?

What this means for your trip

You apply at an embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre of the destination, usually with an application form, passport photos, bank statements, travel itinerary and accommodation bookings.

Processing takes days to weeks, and some embassies require an interview; start the application well before your trip.

Your passport should normally be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date and have blank pages for stamps; many countries apply this rule.

Republic of the Congo at a glance

Capital: Brazzaville · Currency: Central African CFA franc (XAF, Fr) · Official languages: French, Kikongo, Lingala · Calling code: +242

U.S. State Department travel advisory for the Republic of the Congo: Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (updated 2 October 2024). It is written for U.S. citizens; read the advisory before you book.

Plugs and voltage

You need a travel adapter: the Republic of the Congo uses plug types C, E, Malaysia uses G. Mains voltage differs (the Republic of the Congo: 230 V; Malaysia: 240 V): most phone and laptop chargers accept 100–240 V, but single-voltage devices such as some hair dryers need a converter.

More about entering the Republic of the Congo →

Easier destinations near the Republic of the Congo for Malaysian passport holders

• 🇦🇴 Angola — e-Visa 30 days
• 🇨🇲 Cameroon — e-Visa
• 🇹🇩 Chad — e-Visa 90 days
• 🇨🇩 DR Congo — e-Visa
• 🇬🇶 Equatorial Guinea — e-Visa
• 🇬🇦 Gabon — e-Visa
• 🇸🇸 South Sudan — e-Visa
• 🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe — e-Visa

The other way round

🇨🇬 Congolese passport holders visiting Malaysia: Congolese passport holders need a visa for Malaysia, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa before travelling.

The Malaysian passport at a glance

All destinations for Malaysia passport holders → · Who needs a visa for the Republic of the Congo →

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