Moving to Democratic Republic of the Congo from Ukraine

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Ukraine to Democratic Republic of the Congo? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Ukraine to Democratic Republic of the Congo, and you’d need to navigate life in French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili and Tshiluba.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Democratic Republic of the Congo compared to Ukraine.

Is it safe?

Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

UA
10.5
CD
16.3

Ukraine performs better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

UA
$1,382
CD
$58
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

affects wait times and access to care

UA
29.9
CD
1.9

Ukraine generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Democratic Republic of the Congo leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

UA
66.0
CD
72.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

UA
3.1t
CD
0.1t

Ukraine generally does better on environment, though Democratic Republic of the Congo leads in co₂ emissions per capita.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

UA
18.3
CD
0.0
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

UA
12.3%
CD
0.2%

Ukraine generally does better on infrastructure, though Democratic Republic of the Congo leads in water stress level.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

UA
9.8%
CD
4.5%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

UA
$16,200
CD
$1,500

Ukraine generally does better on employment & economy, though Democratic Republic of the Congo leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

UA
73.5 yrs
CD
61.8 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

UA
7.3
CD
60.9

Ukraine performs better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Ukraine and Democratic Republic of the Congo. To live, work, or study long-term in Democratic Republic of the Congo, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Democratic Republic of the Congo's immigration authority.

Ukraine passport

Ukraine passport holder visiting Democratic Republic of the Congo

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Ukraine passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Democratic Republic of the Congo passport

Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holder visiting Ukraine

Visa Required
Democratic Republic of the Congo passport holders need a visa to enter Ukraine.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Democratic Republic of the Congo?

Connectivity is usually fine (Democratic Republic of the Congo: 0.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Democratic Republic of the Congo offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Democratic Republic of the Congo safe for expats?

Ukraine performs better than Democratic Republic of the Congo across all safety metrics.

How is healthcare in Democratic Republic of the Congo compared to Ukraine?

Ukraine generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Democratic Republic of the Congo leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 1.9 doctors per 10,000 people in Democratic Republic of the Congo, compared to 29.9 in Ukraine. Democratic Republic of the Congo scores 42 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Ukraine: 76).

What language do they speak in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

The official languages in Democratic Republic of the Congo are French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili and Tshiluba. In Ukraine, the official language is Ukrainian.

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At a Glance

UA CD
Population 43,528,136 108,407,721
Currency Ukrainian Hryvnia (UAH) Congolese Franc (CDF)
Languages Ukrainian French, Kikongo, Lingala, Swahili, Tshiluba
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +380 +243
Time zones 1 2
Emergency number 112