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Democratic Republic of Congo: information for victims of rape and sexual assault
Information for British nationals who are victims of rape and sexual assault in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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This information is provided to help British nationals overseas make informed decisions about whether and how to:
- seek medical advice and attention
- report to local police
- engage with foreign legal authorities following a rape or other form of sexual assault overseas
See also Rape and sexual assault abroad: returning to the UK.
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Published 24 August 2026
Last updated 14 September 2026
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