Family visas
Central African Long-Stay Visa for Family / Dependants
The long-stay visa for spouses and dependants joining a resident in the Central African Republic to live with them.
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No distinct named family visa is published; eligibility rules, validity, fees and processing times are not confirmed on an official page. Verify with the mission.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Central African Republic government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Visa long séjour (long-stay visa)
- Route type
- Consular long-stay visa for family reunion
- Follow-on requirement
- Residence permit (titre de séjour) for stays over 3 months
Who it is for
- Spouses and partners of people living in the Central African Republic
- Dependent children and other qualifying family members
Requirements
- A valid passport and two identity photographs
- Documents evidencing the family relationship and the sponsor's residence/status
- A yellow-fever vaccination certificate is generally required to enter
How to apply
- Apply online or by paper form via the Central African embassy/consulate
- Submit relationship and sponsorship evidence (routed via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
- Pay the fee set by the mission
- Apply for a residence permit after arrival if staying over three months
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.