Democratic Republic of Congo
Corporate Guide

If there is no requirement to have a local director or shareholder in Democratic Republic of Congo, what is the process of obtaining a work permit for foreign employees?

To work under an employment contract in the DRC, a foreigner must hold a work establishment visa issued by the Directorate General of Migration, based on an employment contract approved by the National Employment Office and a foreigner’s work permit issued by the Minister of Labour, which is valid for two years and renewable. To enter the country, the foreigner must have a valid passport or any other travel document in lieu of a passport, as well as the vaccination certificates required by the health police’s regulations.