The Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Paris represents the Democratic Republic of the Congo in France and serves Congolese citizens living in the country.
Contact Details
| Address | 32, Cours Albert 1er, 75008 Paris, France |
| Telephone | +33 1 42 25 57 50 +33 1 45 62 16 52 |
| ambacongoparis@orange.fr | |
| Website | www.ambardcparis.com |
| Head of Mission | Isabel Tshombe, Ambassador (according to the embassy) |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 12:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 12:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 12:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 12:30 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 12:30 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening hours according to the embassy’s own information – please confirm before your visit, especially on French and Congolese public holidays.
Location of the Embassy
Before your visit
The embassy is located at 32, Cours Albert 1er in Paris’s 8th arrondissement.
- Opening hours (according to the embassy): Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 12:30.
- Documents: take originals and photocopies, and a valid passport or identity card.
The embassy and its network in France
According to the embassy, it is headed by Isabel Tshombe, Ambassador. French official figures put the number of Congolese residents in France at about 83,700. In the other direction, about 2,417 French citizens are registered with the French consular network in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Consular services
What you can usually arrange here:
- Congolese passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Certificates for pensions abroad
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Do I need an appointment?
Ask in advance whether your service needs a booked slot.
Travelling from France to the Democratic Republic of the Congo
French citizens need a visa for the Democratic Republic of the Congo; it can be applied for online (e-visa). A valid passport is required. The French Foreign Ministry advises against travel to some regions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Details: French travel advice (Conseils aux voyageurs).
Closing days
The embassy is closed on French public holidays and on the Congolese national holiday (30 June). Check the website before visiting around holidays.
Emergency assistance
Congolese nationals in urgent need of help can reach the embassy on +33 1 42 25 57 50. Consular staff can replace lost travel documents and inform family members; they do not provide legal representation or money.
Diplomatic missions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in France
The Democratic Republic of the Congo in France
- Paris – Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (this page)
Frequently asked questions about the Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Paris
Where is the Congolese Embassy in Paris?
At 32, Cours Albert 1er, 75008 Paris.
What are the opening hours of the Congolese Embassy in Paris?
According to the embassy: Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 12:30. Confirm before visiting.
Can French nationals travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo without a visa?
Yes – an e-visa can be applied for online.
Details checked on 8 October 2026. Sources: French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs – directory of foreign representations in France, French travel advice for the Democratic Republic of the Congo, www.ambardcparis.com. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the embassy before your visit.
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