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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Congo Dem. Rep..
in US Dollar (USD)
Change cash in local currency
Local currency / ISO Code
Congo franc CDF
Acceptance of credit cards is limited. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.
US Dollars are preferred when using foreign currency to exchange for local currency (especially outside the cities).
Keep exchange and transaction receipts for reconversion.
Opening hours
Banks
8.00 - 11.30 h (Mon - Fri)
Stores
8.00 - 18.00 h (Mon - Sat)
Time difference with Switzerland
+/- 0 h; - 1 h during our summer time (in the West)
+ 1 h; +/- 0 h during our summer time (in the East)
National language
Official language
French
Capital
Kinshasa
Country code for calling Switzerland
00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Voltage
220 volt / adapter recommended
Travel documents for Swiss citizens
Passport still valid 6 months or more after arrival with visa, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds.
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Kinshasa, 654 Blvd. Colonel Tshatshi, Commune de Gombe
Tel. +243 89 89 46 800 / +243 89 89 46 801
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Mosquito protection advised.
Year-round risk of malaria throughout the country.
Vaccination against yellow fever mandatory.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Other information
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Special legal regulations
Photographing persons wearing an uniform, military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.
Security
Travel to this country is not advised due to internal conflicts.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
Find out more about TravelWhile every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.
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