Democratic Republic of the Congo - Prohibited and Restricted Imports

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Prohibited and Restricted Imports

Includes a list of goods that are prohibited from being exported to the country or are otherwise restricted.

Last published date: 2022-12-14

Firearms, ammunition, water hyacinths, and pornographic materials are prohibited commercial imports. Coins, commemorative coins, bank notes, and second-hand materials intended for investment are restricted commercial imports and require GDRC authorization before importation.