🇨🇬 Republic Of The Congo · General Residence
Carte de résident — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €15 |
| Minimum annual salary | €183 |
| Proof of savings | €76 |
| Minimum investment | €30 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 2+ years |
| Age range | 16–35 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €76 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://sgg.cg/JO/2022/congo-jo-2022-26.pdf.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €15.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://sgg.cg/JO/2022/congo-jo-2022-26.pdf · verified 2026-06-23
Minimum annual salary
https://sgg.cg/JO/2022/congo-jo-2022-26.pdf · verified 2026-06-23
Proof of savings
https://sgg.cg/JO/2022/congo-jo-2022-26.pdf · verified 2026-06-23
Minimum investment
https://sgg.cg/JO/2022/congo-jo-2022-26.pdf · verified 2026-06-23
Job offer
https://sgg.cg/JO/2022/congo-jo-2022-26.pdf · verified 2026-06-23
Employer sponsor
https://sgg.cg/JO/2022/congo-jo-2022-26.pdf · verified 2026-06-23
Work experience
https://sgg.cg/JO/2022/congo-jo-2022-26.pdf · verified 2026-06-23
Age range
https://sgg.cg/JO/2022/congo-jo-2022-26.pdf · verified 2026-06-23
Application fee
https://sgg.cg/JO/2022/congo-jo-2022-26.pdf · verified 2026-06-23
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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 2026-06-23.