🇨🇩 Dr Congo · Naturalisation
Naturalisation (Loi 04/024 — 7 years residence) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Age range | 18–None |
Duration & renewal
Citizenship possible after 7 years.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.droitcongolais.info/files/112.11.04-Loi-du-12-novembre-2004-sur-la-nationalite--04-024-.pdf.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Age range
Years to citizenship
Open to all nationalities
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-09.