Embassy of Canada in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo; address 17 Pumbu Avenue, Kinshasa; phone +243996021500. Head of mission: Mr. Jean-Carol…
Head of mission: Mr. Jean-Carol Pelletier, Ambassador (as of 2026)
Also accredited to: Congo
Canada offers a blend of cultural charm and natural beauty, making it an appealing destination for some of the 99 million people in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Although tourist arrivals have recently decreased, Canada still attracts millions of international visitors annually.
Canada is considered one of the safest countries for tourists, ranking 11th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index. In comparison, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (D.R.) ranks 155th. The murder rate in Canada is notably low at 2.1 per 100,000 people, while statistics for Congo, D.R. are not available. Additionally, the Global Organized Crime Index indicates that Canada has lower levels of organized crime compared to Congo, D.R. For instance, Canada scores 2.0 for state crime and 4.0 for crime networks, while Congo, D.R. scores 9.0 in these categories. Overall, tourists from Congo, D.R. can expect a significantly safer environment in Canada.
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