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Republic of the Congo plans to scrap visas for Africans from 2027

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The government of the Republic of the Congo has approved a bill removing entry visa requirements for nationals of African countries from 1 January 2027. The reform is also intended to strengthen the fight against irregular immigration and cross-border crime, according to Journal de Brazza.

The Council of Ministers of the Republic of the Congo approved a bill providing for the removal of visa requirements for African nationals from 2027, Journal de Brazza reports. The measure is to be incorporated into national legislation.

The bill also provides for stronger measures against irregular immigration and cross-border crime, according to Journal de Brazza.

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