Zambia
General visa requirements for travelling to Zambia. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Tourist visa (Visitor eVisa / Visa on Arrival)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- Check the official eVisa portal before travel.
- Fee
- Check the Zambia Department of Immigration visitor fee schedule or eVisa quote before applying.
- Validity
- As granted by Zambia Immigration.
- Entry
- Single entry
This route is for nationalities that can get a visa on arrival, from a Zambian mission, or online through the eServices portal.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
For tourism, private visits or other short visitor purposes approved by immigration.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, payment cards or sponsor evidence requested by immigration; Minimum amount: Check the official visitor route instructions
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking, host address or invitation; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Online application
Apply through the official Zambia eVisa portal where an online route is available.
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Document gathering
Prepare passport, funds, accommodation or host evidence and return-travel evidence.
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Fee payment
Pay only through the official eVisa portal or immigration instructions.
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Processing wait
Wait for the eVisa decision or immigration decision before relying on the route.
Tourist visa (Visitor eVisa before travel)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- Apply online and wait for approval before travel.
- Fee
- Check the Zambia Department of Immigration visitor fee schedule or eVisa quote before applying.
- Validity
- As granted by Zambia Immigration.
- Entry
- Single entry
Nationals in this category must receive visa approval before travelling to Zambia. Do not rely on visa on arrival.
Eligibility
-
Purpose of visit
For tourism, private visits or other short visitor purposes approved by immigration before travel.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
-
Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, payment cards or sponsor evidence requested by immigration; Minimum amount: Check the official visitor route instructions
-
Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking, host address or invitation; Must cover full stay: Yes
-
Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
-
Online application
Apply through the official Zambia eServices portal before travel.
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Document gathering
Prepare passport, funds, accommodation or host evidence and return-travel evidence.
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Fee payment
Pay only through the official eVisa portal or immigration instructions.
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Processing wait
Wait for the approval letter before travelling.
Tourist visa (Visa-free visitor entry)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- No visa application required before travel.
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- Short visitor stay as admitted by Zambia Immigration.
- Entry
- Single entry
Visa-free visitors must still meet entry conditions, including return or onward travel and funds for the stay.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
For tourism, private visits or other short visitor purposes allowed at entry.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Funds evidence requested at entry; Minimum amount: Enough funds for the stay and departure from Zambia
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
How to apply
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Visa collection
Travel with passport, return or onward travel evidence and funds evidence. Immigration admits eligible visa-free visitors at the port of entry.