The Government prohibits the transport of large sums of cash, both from one region to another within the country, and internationally. The rules have not been published. Both New Zairian and foreign banknotes have been seized, entering and leaving the country. There is a licensed exchange bureau at Kinshasa airport. Currency declaration forms have fallen into disuse, but are sometimes asked for by customs inspectors.
Offenders can expect to be arrested, held for at least several hours and fined.
Film and cameras may also be confiscated. Due to the threat of harassment and the lack of signs designating sites prohibited for photography, photography is best practiced in private homes and amongst friends. Penalties for possession, use, and trafficking in illegal drugs are strictly enforced. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and fines. Operations to the U.S. by Democratic Republic of Congo's air carriers are not permitted unless they arrange to have their flights conducted by a carrier from a country meeting international aviation safety standards.