🇿🇲Zambia Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Africa· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Zambia?
It depends on your passport. Out of 196 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 117 enter Zambia visa-free and 79 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival.
Visa-free
117
nationalities
Visa on arrival
28
nationalities
E-visa
51
nationalities
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Pick your passport for the exact 2026 rule: fee, processing time, allowed stay and documents.
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Zambia tourist e-visa
Zambia publishes an online tourist visa. Eligibility depends on your nationality, check your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
Zambia eVisa
50-80 USDStay: 30 / 90 daysProcessing: 5-7 business days
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (zambiaimmigration.gov.zm), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Depending on your nationality, you may be able to apply online. Check your passport's entry rules first.
- Online filing for nationalities eligible for an e-visa or visa on arrival
- Online application tracking
- Paid service, on top of official fees
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Zambia visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Zambia applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
- EcuadorVisa on arrival
- TunisiaE-visaStay: 90 days
- SpainVisa-freeStay: 90 days per year
- United StatesVisa-freeStay: 90 days per year
- AlgeriaE-visaStay: 90 days
- SenegalE-visaStay: 90 days
- SwitzerlandVisa-freeStay: 90 days per year
- NetherlandsVisa-freeStay: 90 days per year
- AustraliaVisa-freeStay: 90 days per year
- ArgentinaVisa-freeStay: 90 days per year
- Côte d'IvoireE-visaStay: 90 days
- CameroonE-visaStay: 90 days
- MoroccoVisa-freeStay: 90 days per year
- TogoE-visaStay: 90 days
- United KingdomVisa-freeStay: 90 days per year
- ItalyVisa-freeStay: 90 days per year
- GermanyVisa-freeStay: 90 days per year
- FranceVisa-freeStay: 90 days per year
- BeninE-visaStay: 90 days
- Burkina FasoE-visaStay: 90 days
Zambia visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Zambia publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 90 days per year | Portal | |||
| Zambia eVisa | Short stay | 30 / 90 days | 50-80 USD | 5-7 business days | Portal | |
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal | |
| Work visa | Work | 1 year (renewable) | 18,000-24,000 ZMW | 30 business days | Multiple | Portal |
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Information
Capital
Lusaka
Population
22,100,000
Currency
Zambian kwacha (ZMW ZK)
Languages
English, Bemba, Nyanja, Tonga
Continent
Africa
Calling code
+260
Timezone
Africa/Lusaka
Area
752,612 km²
Government
Presidential republic
National day
24 October - Independence Day
Internet domain
.zm
About
Zambia is a landlocked Southern African nation famous for its national parks and Victoria Falls. Its economy relies heavily on copper mining and faces challenges like debt and droughts. The government targets 6.4% growth in 2026.
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Medium)
- Avoid walking alone at night
- Do not display valuables
Terrorism(Low)
- Follow government alerts
- Avoid gatherings
Transport
- Use official taxis
- Check vehicle condition
Natural risks(Droughts and seasonal floods)
- Follow weather forecasts
- Stock water during dry season
Health(Limited healthcare system, overcrowded hospitals)
- Vaccinations against hepatitis, typhoid, malaria
- Comprehensive health insurance
Practical tips
- Register with the Consulate
- Precautions against HIV and malaria
- Avoid election-related tensions
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Lusaka · estimated in October 2026
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Left
unsafe
10-15% in restaurants
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
Partner links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Zambia?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Zambia across 196 nationalities: 117 visa-free, 28 with a visa on arrival, 51 with an e-visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Zambia visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 50 USD (Zambia eVisa). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Is it dangerous to travel to Zambia?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Moderate to high risk depending on areas, with urban crime and political instability.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Zambia?▾
The official currency is Zambian kwacha (ZMW ZK). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Zambia?▾
The capital of Zambia is Lusaka. The main spoken languages are: English, Bemba, Nyanja, Tonga.
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