Democratic Republic of the Congo
Democratic Republic of the CongoCross-border driving routes from Democratic Republic of the Congo
Routes from Democratic Republic of the Congo
You can drive from Democratic Republic of the Congo into 9 neighbouring countries by road. Pick a destination below for the border crossing, whether the driving side changes, and the IDP format it accepts. An International Driving Permit is a certified translation of your national licence carried alongside the original, not a government-issued permit.
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Routes from Democratic Republic of the Congo
Tap a neighbouring country for its border and IDP guide.
Democratic Republic of the Congo → Angola1949 GenevaDemocratic Republic of the Congo → Burundi1949 GenevaDemocratic Republic of the Congo → Central African Republic1949 GenevaDemocratic Republic of the Congo → Republic of the Congo1949 GenevaDemocratic Republic of the Congo → Rwanda1949 GenevaDemocratic Republic of the Congo → South SudanLocal rulesDemocratic Republic of the Congo → Tanzania1949 Geneva · side changesDemocratic Republic of the Congo → Uganda1949 Geneva · side changesDemocratic Republic of the Congo → Zambia1968 Vienna · side changes
Common questions
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Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive out of Democratic Republic of the Congo?
You should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence in most countries you drive into from Democratic Republic of the Congo. The IDP is a certified translation of your licence, carried together with the original — not a government-issued permit and never a replacement for your licence. Whether it is required depends on the destination country, so open the route for the neighbour you are crossing into.
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Which countries can I drive to from Democratic Republic of the Congo?
Democratic Republic of the Congo shares a land border you can cross by car with 9 countries: Angola, Burundi, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia. Each route guide covers the main crossing, the driving side, and local rules.
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How fast can I get an IDP for the trip?
International Driver Licence issues your digital IDP in as fast as 8 minutes, so you can have it ready before you set off from Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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