🇨🇬 Republic Of The Congo · General Residence

Permis de séjour — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-24 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum annual salary€46
Job offerRequired
Employer sponsorRequired
Work experience2+ years
Age range16–50

Costs

Application / consular fee€69

Duration & renewal

Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://sgg.cg/JO/2023/congo-jo-2023-39.pdf.
  3. Typical processing: ~10 days.

Frequently asked

Does this visa lead to permanent residence?

No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

Minimum annual salary
Job offer
Employer sponsor
Work experience
Age range
Application fee
No direct PR path

“avant l'expiration du délai de quatre-vingt-dix (90) jours, les citoyens peuvent demander un permis de séjour conformément à la réglementation en vigueur dans chaque pays.”

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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 2026-06-24.

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