San MarinoRepublic of the Congo: Visa required

San MarinoRepublic of the Congo

Do San Marino passport holders need a visa for Republic of the Congo?

Visa required

Yes. San Marino passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Republic of the Congo.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: diplobrazza.net (checked July 20, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-21

Distance5,368 km, straight line (~6h 49m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Republic of the Congo8 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Republic of the Congo passport holders visiting San Marino: Visa-free.

Visa-free alternatives near Republic of the Congo

San Marino passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for San Marino passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do San Marino passport holders need a visa for Republic of the Congo?

Yes. San Marino passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Republic of the Congo.

How far is Republic of the Congo from San Marino?

About 5,368 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 49m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Republic of the Congo?

Central African CFA franc (XAF).

What is the emergency number in Republic of the Congo?

117 / 118.

What time zone is Republic of the Congo in?

Brazzaville (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Brazzaville?

Maya-Maya International Airport (BZV), about 3 km away.

How many countries can enter Republic of the Congo without a visa?

8 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Republic of the Congo visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can San Marino passport holders visit without a visa instead of Republic of the Congo?

Burundi, Rwanda, Zambia, Tanzania, Zimbabwe.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About San Marino

San Marino, officially the Republic of San Marino, is a landlocked country in Southern Europe, completely surrounded by Italy. Located on the northeastern slopes of the Apennine Mountains, it is the larger of two microstates within the Italian Peninsula, the other being Vatican City. San Marino is the fifth-smallest country in the world, with a land area of just over 61 square kilometres (24 sq mi) and a population of 34,042 as of 2025 which in 2026 dropped to 33,559. Its capital, the City of San Marino, sits atop Monte Titano, while its largest settlement is Dogana, in the municipality of Serravalle. San Marino claims to have been founded in AD 301 and to be the oldest extant sovereign state, and the oldest constitutional republic. It is named after Saint Marinus, a stonemason from the Roman island of Rab, who fled persecution under Emperor Diocletian to have established a monastic community on Monte Titano, where he built a small chapel. The country has a rare constitutional structure: the Grand and General Council, a democratically elected legislature, selects two heads of state, the Captains Regent, every six months. They are chosen from opposing political parties, and serve concurrently with equal powers and preside over several institutions of state, including the Grand and General Council. Only the Federal Council of Switzerland follows this same structure, except with some modifications due to its immensely larger size.

CapitalSan Marino

RegionSouthern Europe

Population34.1K

Area61 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesItalian

Calling code+378

Drives on theright

TimezoneSan Marino (UTC+2)

Nearest airportFederico Fellini International Airport (RMI), 16 km

Emergency number112 / 113 / 115 / 118

UNESCO sites1

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$59,871 (2023)

Tourist arrivals1.9M (2019)

Climate in San Marino

Warmest August, coolest January, driest February, sunniest July. Best time to visit: July.

Monthly climate normals for San Marino, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	8°C	0°C	28mm	229h
February	11.6°C	1.9°C	24mm	266h
March	10.1°C	1.9°C	112mm	244h
April	15.1°C	4.8°C	45mm	334h
May	18.8°C	9.9°C	71mm	356h
June	22.6°C	12.7°C	87mm	390h
July	26.2°C	16°C	34mm	430h
August	26.9°C	17.4°C	94mm	371h
September	22.5°C	13.4°C	74mm	333h
October	15.9°C	6.9°C	108mm	258h
November	11°C	4.7°C	72mm	174h
December	7.6°C	1.2°C	132mm	156h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

San Marino, completely surrounded by Italy, is one of the world's smallest countries, and claims to be the world's oldest republic.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

San Marino Historic Centre and Mount Titano

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026All Saints' Day

November 2, 2026Commemoration of all those who died at war

December 8, 2026Immaculate Conception

Full source list on About.

About Republic of the Congo

The Republic of the Congo, also known as the Congo Republic, Congo-Brazzaville, or simply the Congo, is a country located on the western coast of Central Africa to the west of the Congo River. It is bordered to the west by Gabon, to the northwest by Cameroon, to the northeast by the Central African Republic, to the southeast by the Democratic Republic of the Congo, to the south by the Angolan exclave of Cabinda, and to the southwest by the Atlantic Ocean.

CapitalBrazzaville

RegionMiddle Africa

Population6.5M

Area342,000 km²

CurrencyCentral African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 584.27 XAF)

LanguagesFrench, Kikongo, Lingala

Calling code+242

Drives on theright

TimezoneBrazzaville (UTC+1)

Nearest airportMaya-Maya International Airport (BZV), 3 km

Emergency number117 / 118

UNESCO sites2

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$2,515 (2025)

Tourist arrivals158K (2018)

Climate in Brazzaville

Warmest March, coolest July, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, September, October, December.

Monthly climate normals for Brazzaville, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.9°C	23.2°C	227mm	284h
February	30.1°C	23.3°C	241mm	248h
March	30.7°C	23.6°C	251mm	282h
April	30.3°C	23.7°C	350mm	260h
May	29.8°C	23.3°C	123mm	300h
June	29.2°C	21.2°C	13mm	313h
July	29.6°C	20.4°C	1mm	332h
August	29.8°C	21.6°C	30mm	257h
September	30.7°C	22.5°C	44mm	279h
October	30°C	22.7°C	172mm	269h
November	29°C	22.7°C	284mm	259h
December	28.6°C	22.7°C	204mm	241h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Republic of the Congo is a country in Central Africa. It is commonly referred to as Congo-Brazzaville to distinguish itself from its giant neighbour, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Congo-Kinshasa).

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Odzala National Park
Sangha Trinational

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026Toussaint

November 28, 2026Jour de la République

December 25, 2026Noël

Full source list on About.