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Republic of the Congo

Brazzaville • XAF

GDP

$19.1BProjection
IMF WEO October 2026 · 2026 projectionLatest reported actual: $16.3B (World Bank · 2025)

Population

6.5M
World Bank · 2025

Currency

XAF

CFA Franc

Key Ports

1

Entry Points

ECTN Required

BESC is mandatory for all shipments.

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Trade Snapshot

Trade Balance
$0.7BSurplus

Exports minus imports of goods and services · World Bank · 2025

Member of:

ECCASCEMACAfCFTA

Regional Trade Memberships

Economic Overview

Official sources: IMF World Economic Outlook and World Bank. Source and year shown per figure.

GDP
$19.1BProjection
IMF WEO October 2026 · 2026 projectionLatest reported actual: $16.3B (World Bank · 2025)
Real GDP growth
3.5%Projection
IMF WEO October 2026 · 2026 projectionLatest reported actual: 3.1% (World Bank · 2025)
GDP per person
$2,867Projection
IMF WEO October 2026 · 2026 projectionLatest reported actual: $2,515 (World Bank · 2025)
Inflation
4.0%Projection
IMF WEO October 2026 · 2026 projectionLatest reported actual: 2.4% (World Bank · 2025)

Market Suitability Score

72out of 100
Grade B: Good

Score Breakdown

Trade Agreements
85/100
Infrastructure
65/100
Regulatory Ease
70/100
Market Demand
75/100
Payment Reliability
68/100

Export Recommendations

Strong AfCFTA membership benefits
Growing demand for agricultural products
Consider using established banking channels
Allow extra time for customs processing

Export Readiness Checklist

For exports to Republic of the Congo

0%

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HS Code ClassificationRequired

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Certificate of OriginRequired

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ECTN/BESC CertificateRequired

Electronic Cargo Tracking Note is required for this destination

Customs RegistrationRequired

Are you registered with your local customs authority?

Shipping ArrangementsRequired

Have you arranged freight forwarding and logistics?

5 documents required for Republic of the Congo
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