When is the best time to apply for my Congo, Republic of visa? The best time to apply for your Congo, Republic of visa is 1-2 months before your travel date.
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Congo, Republic of visa? Is it safe to send a passport? You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Congo, Republic of visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa requests cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application and passport to CIBTvisas in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx, UPS, Express Mail or Certified Mail.
Business Visa Application Requirements for a Congo, Republic of Visa
Passport
The applicant´s actual passport. The passport must:
Be in good condition. Not be damaged in any way
Be valid at least six months beyond exit date
Have at least one blank visa page
Copy of ID
A copy of the applicant's valid ID (IFE or INE)
Photograph(s)
You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:
Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
Be taken against an all white background
Be 5 cm by 5 cm in size
Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Business Introduction Letter
An original letter of introduction from the applicant's employer in Mexico. This letter must:
Be on company letterhead paper
Include the name of the applicant, passport number, profession and job's position
Specify the purpose of journey
Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
Be signed by the applicant's supervisor or the company's HR department
Letter of Invitation
A letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:
Be on company letterhead paper
Include the name and passport number of the applicant
Request the same validity of visa as in the Business Introduction Letter
Specify the requested number of entries you are requesting for your visa
Include the name, address and telephone number of the organisation(s) to be visited
Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
Be notarized
Proof of Travel Arrangements
A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate - Upon Arrival
You must provide your Yellow Fever vaccination certificate upon entry. Immigration officials can deny entry to travelers without the proper documentation. You do not need to provide your vaccination certificate with your visa application.
Visa Application Form
Two fully completed and signed application forms
CIBTvisas Order Form
Complete and submit with your other materials one CIBTvisas Order Form.
Tourist Application Requirements for a Congo, Republic of Visa
Passport
The applicant´s actual passport. The passport must:
Be in good condition. Not be damaged in any way
Be valid at least six months beyond exit date
Have at least one blank visa page
Copy of ID
A copy of the applicant's valid ID (IFE or INE)
Photograph(s)
You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:
Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
Be taken against an all white background
Be 5 cm by 5 cm in size
Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:
A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
A copy of the hotel confirmation
Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate - Upon Arrival
You must provide your Yellow Fever vaccination certificate upon entry. Immigration officials can deny entry to travelers without the proper documentation. You do not need to provide your vaccination certificate with your visa application.
Visa Application Form
Two fully completed and signed application forms
CIBTvisas Order Form
Complete and submit with your other materials one CIBTvisas Order Form.
Applicants Staying with Friends or Family
Applicants staying with friends / family must provide a invitation letter from the host. This letter must:
Be addressed to the Embassy of the Republic of Congo, Visa Section
Include the name and passport number of the applicant
State that the nature of the trip is tourism
Indicate full address and contact details of the host
Be signed by the host
Be notarized
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