Practical guides: Republic of the Congo
Housing
Home security, renting and buying property as a foreign national.
Home security
Burglaries rise at the end of the year; do not leave valuables in sight.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: Republic of the Congo, safetyBreak-ins and burglaries occur in Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire, increasing at year end: choose well-secured accommodation.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: Republic of the Congo, safetyGovernment of Canada, Travel advice: Republic of the Congo
Sources for this guide
- France Diplomatie, Travel advice: Republic of the Congo, safety · Source updated: September 15, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- Government of Canada, Travel advice: Republic of the Congo · Source updated: September 8, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
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