Filming in Kisangani City DR Congo

Filming in Kisangani City DR Congo

Kisangani City is the third-largest city in the Democratic Republic of the Congo located close to Kinshasa and Brazzaville upstream of the Congo River.

What to film in Kisangani Town DR Congo

Boyoma Falls. Boyoma Falls is located at the edge of Kisangani, you will have an opportunity to film fishermen set up conical traps to catch fish. You will need permission for you to film or photograph the fishermen who normally charge USD20 for this.

Other sites to film in Kisangani City include Kisangani Cathedral, Our Lady of the Rosary Cathedral, Kisangani, and Villa of the “African Queen”. One of the white villas, falling apart, on the isles, is a former hotel and hosted the actors of the movie African Queen among others.

What are the requirements for filming in Kisangani City DR Congo?

You will need to have processed filming permits for all the crew members and all Permissions with Local authorities in DR Congo for you to be allowed to film in Kisangani City DR Congo. Then for your filming equipment, this will also need to be cleared with customs at the Point of Entry in DR Congo. Contact us at Film crew fixers we will be able to process both the filming permissions with Local Authorities in DR Congo, Accommodation and transportation for all the crew members as well guide and help you with clearance processes at the point of entry into DR Congo.

DR Congo has no specific permitting system available in place so location permits for filming are negotiated on a case by case basis. Like other countries as well in DR Congo unauthorized filming of government buildings, military installations, and border areas is illegal and may result in arrest and confiscation of your film equipment. Other permissions are also required for shoots that require the use of public space, traffic control in various cities, filming in national parks, filming in markets, and drone filming. Please contact us at Film crew fixers and we will guide you accordingly. Other important things you need to consider for successful filming in Kisangani City DR Congo include;

DR Congo Visa and Work permit Advice

Your film crew will need a visa to be allowed to enter the Democratic Republic of Congo. Unlike Uganda and Kenya, where one can obtain a visa upon arrival, the Congo visa must be applied for in advance at the closest Consulate or Embassy. The Congo Visa for Single entry costs $ 100 Single entry (1-month validity visa), Single entry (2 months validity visa) $ 135, and Single entry (6 months validity visa) $400 you will need to apply for this Visa at least 2 to 3 weeks in advance before your travel date as it cannot be gotten on arrival. You will not be allowed to enter DR Congo without a visa that was not processed in advance. You need an invitation letter as well as a yellow fever card. Please contact us for more details on how to secure the Visa for entry into DR Congo.

DR Congo Vehicle Hire Services

Film Crew Fixers organizes transport for film crews in DR Congo depending on their interest, budget, and the nature of roads in such selected locations they are filming in DR Congo. For rough terrains, like in National Parks, we recommend Customized 4×4 Land Cruisers. For us to estimate how much it will cost in terms of fuel, we will need to look at your filming schedule to establish mileage and distance to be traveled. We also organize both charter and scheduled air transport for those that need to fly in order to reduce the number of drive hours.

Fixers in DR Congo to help you film in Kisangani City DR Congo

All our vehicles come with drivers who act as location fixers and most of them have been to almost all parts of DR Congo and are thus conversant with the local situations and are able to provide relevant information and fix any situation on the ground. These act as intermediaries between you and our office while on location in DR Congo.

Is it safe to film in Kisangani City DR Congo?

Yes, it is safe to film in Kisangani City DR Congo. Generally, the Democratic Republic of Congo has for the past years been hit by various unprecedented disasters that are civil and rebel wars, Ebola disease among others which has stopped many from visiting DR Congo for filming. However Congo is now getting back to better days and it is safe for filming as a company, we keep on monitoring the security situation from time to time and we will always advise you before any filming starts. Contact us here for the updated security situation in DR Congo.

Where to stay during filming in Kisangani City DR Congo

Lodges to stay in during filming in Kisangani City DR Congo range from budget, mid-range to luxury options, contact us here for a reservation and booking details. Options include Hotel Kisangani DR Congo and Congo Palace among others.

What is the best time to film in Kisangani City DR Congo?

Filming in Kisangani City DR Congo is done throughout the year and the best time is during the dry season which occurs in the months of December, January, February, June, July, August, and September. Congo is located in the tropics and with this it experiences tropical climate and weather throughout the year, with the park is prone to receiving uncertain rains any time of the day or week.

Why use Film crew fixers to film in Kisangani City DR Congo

Film crew Fixers is a local fixer company based in Uganda and we assist filming companies and Production agencies in DR Congo and East Africa as a whole. We handle all fixer services required with our professional team of local fixers and driver guides. We have all relevant connections with other service providers and government agencies to make sure that accreditation and filming permits are processed in the shortest time possible. Contact us for details and all relevant information you would like to know for filming in Kisangani City DR Congo.