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DR Congo Approved Investor Residence

Congo (Democratic Republic) Residency
Pathway overview

At a glance

If you are developing a new business approved under DR Congo's Investment Code, or are its authorized representative, you can seek a special residence visa. You need investment-agency and government approval of the project, followed by a separate immigration decision.

Who can apply
The person developing an approved new business, or its authorized representative
Project approval
Required under DR Congo's Investment Code
Approval records
ANAPI approval and the required government order

Summary

DR Congo’s special investor residence visa is for the developer or authorized representative of an approved investment project, with project approval and permission to live in the country handled separately. The application needs the project’s ANAPI approval and required government order before DGM assesses the special residence visa.

ANAPI’s guidance describes five- and ten-year categories for these projects, but the immigration authority must confirm which applies to the applicant. Project approval alone does not establish the visa length or complete the personal immigration decision.

Could this pathway work for you?

Eligibility

The new business must have approval from ANAPI, the investment agency, and the required government order signed by the responsible ministries. Document your role as the person developing the project or its authorized representative.

ANAPI lists six months of lawful stay before a residence application. Ask DGM, the immigration authority, to confirm that you meet the filing conditions, or obtain its specific confirmation that you may apply sooner. Project approval does not allow you to overstay or work without permission.

Prepare the project and personal documents DGM requires for the visa.

Residence through an approved DR Congo project
  1. Confirm the approved project Check Investment Code approval and your role with ANAPI.
  2. Check when you may apply Resolve the six-month lawful-stay requirement with DGM.
  3. Apply for the special visa Submit project and personal records for the appropriate category.

The visa category and duration need confirmation; the longest term is not automatic.

What This Route Allows

If approved, you receive a special residence visa connected to the project. ANAPI describes five- and ten-year categories, but DGM must confirm which category applies. The issued visa determines your actual stay.

What This Route Is Not

This is not citizenship by investment or a benefit you receive just by registering a company. A ten-year visa is not guaranteed. Any separate employment or professional permission still applies.

Next Steps

  1. Confirm Investment Code approval and your project role with ANAPI.
  2. Ask DGM when you may apply and how to keep your stay lawful until then.
  3. Gather project approvals and personal records, then apply for the appropriate special residence visa.

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