Zambia e-Visa for citizens of Chad: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of Chad apply online before departure, for stays up to 90 days.
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Allowed stay
90 days
Our guide to the Zambia visa from Chad
Holders of a Chad passport must obtain an e-visa or electronic travel authorisation online before departing for Zambia. Apply through the official portal or contact the competent embassy for the official procedure.
For travel from Chad to Zambia, the travel authorisation must be requested before boarding. The associated length of stay is 30 days. Check the information displayed on the official portal before submitting an application.
Is a visa required?
Yes. Travellers holding a Chad passport must obtain an e-visa or electronic travel authorisation online before travelling to Zambia. This formality should not be left until arrival, as the authorisation must be obtained before departure.
How much does an e-visa for Zambia cost from Chad?
The official fee for an e-visa for Zambia is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Zambia really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for an e-visa for Zambia?
Documents required for an e-visa for Zambia:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Online application (no paper form)
- Digital photo (recent)
- Passport scan (data page)
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Visa fee payment
Documents and fees
The documents to upload and any applicable fees are not specified in the verified information provided here. Consult only the official portal or the competent embassy for the current list of required documents, payment arrangements and requirements for a Chad passport. Do not rely on a list published by an unofficial website.
How to apply for an e-visa for Zambia from Chad
- 1Fill in the form on the destination’s official portal.
- 2Upload the required documents (passport, photo, supporting papers).
- 3Pay the fee online by card.
- 4Receive the authorisation by email, usually without a consular visit.
- 5Show the authorisation, printed or on your phone, at boarding.
How to apply
Apply online before travelling by following the instructions on the official Zambian authorities' portal. Create an application, provide the requested information and upload the documents specified on the portal. If no portal is available to you, contact the competent embassy for the official procedure.
Where do you apply for a visa for Zambia from Chad?
An e-visa for Zambia is filed entirely online: there is no counter to visit and no file to hand in. The only address that matters is the official portal.
- The application, the supporting documents and the payment all go through the official portal, from any country.
- Lookalike sites copy the portal’s name and layout, then resell the same application with a margin. Check the domain before you type in a passport number.
- The authorisation arrives by email. Keep a printed copy, some airlines ask for it at boarding.
You live in Chad on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Chad but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does an e-visa for Zambia take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the e-visa is granted.
Processing times and advice
No processing time is stated in the verified information. Submit the application sufficiently before departure and wait for the decision or electronic authorisation before finalising travel plans. The associated length of stay is 30 days, which does not indicate the visa validity or the processing time.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
A common mistake is using an intermediary website that charges additional service fees without being the Zambian authorities' official portal. Verify the identity of the website before making any payment, and retain the information sent or received during the application. Do not confuse the 30-day length of stay with visa validity.
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