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First-Time Travel to the DRC | Safety, Etiquette & Essential Travel Tips

Planning your first trip to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)?
Whether you’re visiting for business, mining, consulting, NGO work, or leisure, this video provides essential guidance to help you travel safely, respectfully, and confidently.

The DRC is a country rich in culture, opportunity, and natural beauty. Like any destination, first-time visitors benefit greatly from understanding local customs, safety practices, health requirements, and travel logistics before arrival. This short orientation video covers the key do’s and don’ts every traveller should know.

🎥 What This Video Covers

✔ Travel requirements before departure
✔ Passport and visa requirements for the DRC
✔ Yellow fever vaccination requirements and recommended travel vaccinations
✔ Currency, cash, and ATM availability in the DRC
✔ Safety tips for first-time visitors
✔ Cultural etiquette and professional behaviour
✔ Health and well-being advice, including malaria prevention
✔ Transport and movement guidelines
✔ What to do in an emergency
✔ Climate and rainy season travel considerations

This video is designed to be clear, practical, and non-alarming, making it suitable for first-time visitors, returning travellers, and companies onboarding staff or clients traveling to the DRC.

✈️ Who Should Watch This Video?

Business travellers to the DRC
Mining and engineering professionals
Consultants and contractors
NGO and development workers
Executives visiting the DRC for the first time
Leisure travellers seeking practical guidance
Companies preparing employees or clients for travel to the DRC

🌍 Travel Tips for the Democratic Republic of Congo

Before travelling to the DRC, it is important to ensure your passport is valid for at least six months, that you carry your original yellow fever vaccination certificate, and that you prepare appropriately for the local climate and rainy season, which runs from September to May.

While debit and credit cards may be accepted in some developed areas, cash remains essential, particularly outside major cities such as Lubumbashi and Kolwezi. Understanding these basics helps avoid delays, misunderstandings, and unnecessary risk.

🛡️ Safety & Cultural Awareness

This video focuses on awareness rather than fear.
By following simple guidelines—such as using approved transport, dressing appropriately, respecting local customs, and staying in contact with your host—you can significantly reduce risk and enjoy a productive visit.

📍 Locations Referenced

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
Lubumbashi
Kolwezi
Copperbelt region

🔔 Helpful For Companies & Employers

This video may also be used as:
A pre-departure briefing
A client orientation video
An employee onboarding tool
A travel risk awareness resource

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📬 Need Support for Travel to the DRC?

If you are planning travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo and require assistance with work permits, visas, mobilisation, travel planning, or local support, feel free to reach out through the contact details provided.