Why visit
Kinshasa is the capital of Democratic Republic of the Congo. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Democratic Republic of the Congo at a glance
Country center
0.0°, 25.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
2,344,858 km²
905,354 mi²
Subregion
Middle Africa
Currency
Congolese franc (FC)
CDF
Dial
+243
Languages
French, Kikongo, Lingala
Demonym
Congolese
Internet
.cd
UN
Member state
ISO code
CD / COD
Where in the world
0.0° · 25.0°
Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Did you know
- The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) contains the world's second-largest rainforest after the Amazon.
- The Congo River is the second-longest in Africa (after the Nile) and the deepest river in the world (over 220 m in places).
- DRC has more active volcanoes than any other country in Africa, including Mount Nyiragongo with its permanent lava lake.
Bordering Democratic Republic of the Congo
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Kinshasa
What currency is used in Kinshasa?
Kinshasa uses the Congolese franc (FC), ISO code CDF.
What languages are spoken in Democratic Republic of the Congo?
The primary languages are French, Kikongo and Lingala.
What is the international calling code for Democratic Republic of the Congo?
The calling code is +243.
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