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Zambia visitor visa rules

Last checked: 19 October 2026 · Africa entry rules

Zambia separates travellers into visa-free, visa-on-arrival and prior-approval groups 1,23. The visitor page and the 2024 fee notice list US$25 single entry, US$40 double entry, US$75 multiple entry and US$50 for KAZA 1,4. A separate live department fee table shows US$50.50 by card for single entry and US$80.80 for double or multiple entry 5. Check the amount in the official eServices payment screen before paying. Passports need six months and three blank pages 1.
Routes
Visa-free, arrival or prior approval by nationality 1,23
Visitor-page single fee
US$25 1,4
Conflicting fee table
US$50 plus US$0.50 card fee 5
Passport
At least 6 months and 3 blank pages 1
KAZA UNIVISA
US$50, up to 30 days 1,4
Official site
Zambia Department of Immigration eServices 1
Checked
19 October 2026

Find your nationality category

The Department of Immigration publishes three lists. One covers visa-free nationalities, one covers passports eligible for a visa on arrival or at a mission, and one covers passports requiring approval before travel 1,23.

Prior-approval applicants must apply online and receive the approval letter before travel. Arrival-eligible travellers can instead use the official eVisa route 1,23.

Official fee conflict

The visitor page states US$25 single entry, US$40 double entry and US$75 multiple entry. The department's notice dated 15 August 2024 gives the same figures and cites Statutory Instrument No. 25 of 2024 1,4.

A separate live department fee table lists a US$50 statutory single-entry fee, US$80 double and multiple fees, plus card administration charges. These two current official pages conflict as checked on 19 October 2026 5. Confirm the amount shown inside the government eServices payment screen before payment.

Passport and arrival documents

For visa on arrival, the passport must have at least 6 months from entry and at least 3 full blank pages. Air arrivals need a valid return ticket. Land and water arrivals need enough funds for the stay and departure 1.

Visitors must give host details and the physical address where they will stay 1.

KAZA UNIVISA

The US$50 KAZA UNIVISA permits qualifying tourists to visit Zambia and Zimbabwe multiple times for up to 30 days, with Botswana day trips through Kazungula covered. It is issued only at listed ports or online under the stated conditions 1,4.

Apply online

  • Use the nationality lists on zambiaimmigration.gov.zm 1,23.
  • Open the eServices portal from the department site.
  • Apply before travel if your nationality needs prior approval 3.
  • Read the issued approval and pay only the amount displayed by the government system.

Common questions

How much is a Zambia single-entry visa?

Two current department pages conflict. The visitor page and 2024 notice say US$25. The fee table says US$50 plus a card charge 1,45.

Can I get a visa on arrival?

Only nationalities on the department's arrival list. Others may be visa-free or need prior approval 1,23.

How long must my passport be valid?

At least 6 months, with 3 full blank pages for the arrival route 1.

How much is the KAZA UNIVISA?

US$50 under the visitor page and 2024 notice 1,4.

Where do I apply?

Use the eServices link from the Zambia Department of Immigration website 1.

Rules and fees change. Check the official site linked above before you apply or pay. Spotted an error? Email [email protected] with the official link.

Sources

  1. Zambia Department of Immigration: For Visitors (accessed 19 October 2026)
  2. Zambia Department of Immigration: Nationals requiring visas on arrival or at missions (accessed 19 October 2026)
  3. Zambia Department of Immigration: Nationals requiring visa prior to travel (accessed 19 October 2026)
  4. Zambia Department of Immigration: Revised fees public notice (15 August 2024)
  5. Zambia Department of Immigration: Visa and immigration permit fees (accessed 19 October 2026)

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