Republic of Congo announces visa-free entry for Africans starting 2027-Xinhua

Republic of Congo announces visa-free entry for Africans starting 2027

Source: Xinhua

Editor: huaxia

2026-05-26 14:27:33

BRAZZAVILLE, May 26 (Xinhua) -- President of the Republic of the Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso announced Monday that African nationals will be able to enter the country visa-free starting on Jan. 1, 2027.

"I take this solemn occasion to announce today that, as of Jan. 1, 2027, entry into the Republic of the Congo will no longer be subject to visas for all African peoples," Sassou Nguesso said during the celebration of Africa Day.

The Congolese head of state called for the free movement of African populations across the continent. He also voiced support for the usage of a single African passport.