How to send a letter to Congo

How to address and send post to another country — the address layout, postage, delivery times and what you can and can’t send.

Congo

Sending post to Congo
Full name on envelopeRequired
Delivery time10-25 business days typical.
PostageInternational letter, Registered, EMS.
PostcodeNo national postcodes.

✉️ Addressing the envelope

Address layout
Full Name
Street + number or P.O. Box
CITY
REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO
Example
Jean Kassa
BP 123
BRAZZAVILLE
REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO
Full name
Required
Full name recommended.
Postcode
No national postcodes.
Language
French; uppercase city.

📮 Sending

Postage methods
International letter, Registered, EMS.
Delivery times
10-25 business days typical.

🛃 Customs and restrictions

Customs
CN22/CN23 for goods.
Restrictions
Dangerous goods prohibited.

💡 Tips

Use BP (P.O. Box) where available.
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