Australia e-Visa for citizens of Zambia: online application, fees and processing time 2026

Yes. Zambian passport holders must have an electronic visa or electronic travel authorisation before travelling to Australia. The application is completed online before departure. Do not travel until you have confirmed that the required authorisation has been granted by the Australian authorities.

• Government fee250 AUD
• Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top

The documents to upload and any applicable fees must be checked directly on the official Australian portal. Upload only the documents requested for your application, and ensure that the details entered match your supporting documents. For questions about evidence or payment, consult the official portal or the relevant embassy.

Submit the application through the official Australian authorities' portal before travelling from Zambia. Create or use the account required by the portal, complete the form accurately, and provide the requested items. If the official portal cannot be accessed, contact the relevant Australian embassy.

The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Zambia 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.

Processing time is not stated here, so consult the official Australian portal before arranging departure. Submit the application early enough to allow for assessment and review all details before sending it. The maximum permitted stay is 3 months, which is separate from the authorisation's validity.

Do not use an unofficial intermediary website, as it may add charges or provide incomplete information. Do not confuse travel authorisation with the length of stay: for travellers from Zambia, the permitted stay in Australia can be up to 3 months.