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Zambia eVisa information

The Zambia eVisa is an electronic visa that enables its holders to travel to Zambia for tourism, business, and transit purposes.

The Zambian government introduced eVisas in 2014 as an easy way to get the necessary visa for the country using an online application system.

Zambia eVisa is available as a single-entry, double-entry, and multiple-entry eVisa, it is obtainable entirely online in advance of arriving and therefore saves time at immigration control. The eVisa stays valid for 90 days from the date of issue.

All applicants are able to enter Zambia and stay up to 90 days within 3 months from the approval date after applying electronically.

Once eVisa will be approved, the applicant should print it and present it to immigration officials on arrival.

The costs of Zambia eVisa differ depending on which type is selected; it can be either 99 Euro, 129 Euro, or 199 Euro.

The processing time may take up to 72 hours (3 business days) ending with the approved eVisa arriving at the applicants' email address.

  • Zambia eVisa types

    There are three main online Zambia visa types and two additional ones. All of them will be described in detail in this section. See what is the best option for you and use the panel on the left to apply online.

    All travelers can choose between:

    • a single-entry eVisa: that allows one entrance to Zambia and stays valid for 90 days from the date of issue
    • a double-entry eVisa: that enables two entries to Zambia and stays valid for 90 days
    • a multiple-entry eVisa: that is valid for 90 days and allows numerous entries

    Moreover, there are two additional options to choose from:

    • a transit eVisa: valid for 7 days from the date of arrival, enables multiple entries for transit purposes
    • a KAZA UNIVISA: is an online visa designated for travelers who want to visit both Zimbabwe and Zambia. You can stay in each country for 30 days

    Get your visa online in a stress-free way using our services! Should you have any further questions, our support team is available via email and phone.

  • List of eligible countries

    To enter Zambia with an electronic permit, you have to be a passport holder of one of the following countries:

    Afghanistan
    Albania
    Algeria
    American Samoa
    Andorra
    Angola
    Anguilla (UK)
    Antigua and Barbuda
    Argentina
    Armenia
    Aruba (NL)
    Australia
    Austria
    Azerbaijan
    Azores (PT)
    Bahamas
    Bahrain
    Bangladesh
    Barbados
    Belarus
    Belgium
    Belize
    Benin
    Bermuda (UK)
    Bhutan
    Bolivia
    Bosnia and Herzegovina
    Botswana
    Brazil
    Brunei
    Bulgaria
    Burkina Faso
    Burundi
    Cambodia
    Cameroon
    Canada
    Cape Verde
    Cayman Islands (UK)
    Central African Republic
    Chad
    Chile
    China
    Colombia
    Comoros
    Congo
    Congo (Democratic Republic)
    Cook Islands (UK)
    Costa Rica
    Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
    Croatia
    Cuba
    Cyprus
    Czech Republic
    Denmark
    Djibouti
    Dominican Republic
    Ecuador
    Egypt
    El Salvador
    Equatorial Guinea
    Eritrea
    Estonia
    Ethiopia
    Falkland Islands (Malvinas) (UK)
    Fiji
    Finland
    France
    French Guiana (FR)
    French Polynesia (FR)
    Gabon
    Gambia
    Georgia
    Germany
    Ghana
    Gibraltar (UK)
    Greece
    Greenland (DK)
    Grenada
    Guadeloupe (FR)
    Guam (US)
    Guatemala
    Guinea
    Guinea-Bissau
    Guyana
    Haiti
    Hungary
    Iceland
    India
    Indonesia
    Iran
    Iraq
    Ireland
    Israel
    Italy
    Jamaica
    Japan
    Jordan
    Kazakhstan
    Kenya
    Kiribati
    Korea, North (DPR)
    Korea, South
    Kuwait
    Kyrgyzstan
    Laos
    Latvia
    Lebanon
    Lesotho
    Liberia
    Libya
    Liechtenstein
    Lithuania
    Luxembourg
    Macau
    Macedonia
    Macedonia (North)
    Madagascar
    Malawi
    Malaysia
    Maldives
    Mali
    Malta
    Mauritania
    Mauritius
    Mexico
    Moldova
    Monaco
    Mongolia
    Montenegro
    Morocco
    Mozambique
    Myanmar (Burma)
    Namibia
    Nauru
    Nepal
    Netherlands
    New Caledonia
    New Zealand
    Nicaragua
    Niger
    Nigeria
    Norway
    Oman
    Pakistan
    Palau
    Palestinian Territories
    Panama
    Papua New Guinea
    Paraguay
    Peru
    Philippines
    Poland
    Portugal
    Puerto Rico (US)
    Qatar
    Romania
    Russian Federation
    Rwanda
    Samoa
    San Marino
    Sao Tome and Principe
    Saudi Arabia
    Senegal
    Serbia
    Seychelles
    Sierra Leone
    Singapore
    Slovakia
    Slovenia
    Somalia
    South Africa
    South Sudan
    Spain
    Sri Lanka
    Sudan
    Suriname
    Sweden
    Switzerland
    Syria
    Tajikistan
    Tanzania
    Thailand
    Togo
    Tonga
    Trinidad and Tobago
    Tunisia
    Turkey
    Turkmenistan
    Turks and Caicos Islands (UK)
    Uganda
    Ukraine
    United Arab Emirates
    United Kingdom
    United States of America
    Uruguay
    Uzbekistan
    Vanuatu
    Vatican City (Holy See)
    Venezuela
    Vietnam
    Yemen
    Zambia
    Zimbabwe

    If your nationality has not been listed above, you have to contact the closest Embassy and apply for a regular visa.

  • Zambia eVisa application form

    Before applying, prepare all of the essential documents to ensure positive online visa approval. Thus, have your valid passport and other necessary documents on hand.

    While applying online, the most crucial thing is to provide all your data correctly; mistakes in the form can elongate the process.

    Online application guide for an electronic visa to Zambia:

    1. Use the panel on the left-hand side and choose the purpose of your travel. Click 'Apply Online' and start filling the application form. Provide your data, passport information, and attach the additional required documents. Double-check the data put in the form to ensure it's error-free.
    2. Once the application form is completed, choose a preferred online payment method from the various, secure methods available on our website and cover the eVisa fees.
    3. Lastly, check your inbox. As soon as your payment registers, you will receive a confirmation number. Within 72 hours (the processing time), the approved entry permit will be delivered straight to your email box.

    Please note that the final processing time depends on the government of Zambia and may elongate if necessary.

  • Validity period

    The Zambia eVisa validity period is different in each type. Choose an option that is the most suitable for your needs. The online visas are valid for:

    • a single-entry, double-entry, multiple-entry: 90 days from the issuance date
    • an online transit visa: 7 daysfrom the date of arrival
    • a KAZA online visa: 30 days from the issuance date

    Please remember that your passport has to be valid for at least six months beyond the planned date of entering Zambia.

  • Transit information

    Provided you are a citizen of one of the eligible for a Zambia eVisa countries, you can apply for a transit visa online. This entry permit type allows a 7-day stay in Zambia, starting from arrival into the country.

    Please note! With an electronic transit visa, you can only cross the Zambian border by land. It is not possible to travel by air for transit purposes using this type of permit.

    If you wish to travel by plane, you need to obtain one of the electronic tourist visa types.

  • Requirements on arrival

    Two crucial documents are going to be checked by the customs officials upon arrival. Make sure to take the following documents on your travel:

    1. a valid passport (for at least six months forth from the arrival date)
    2. a printed online visa to Zambia copy

Required Documents

Besides a valid for six months' passport, there are other conditions to meet before applying. Prepare all of these documents before applying to ensure successful application approval.

Each applicant needs to attach the following documents:

  • a digital photo of the bio-data page from the applicants' passport
  • applicants' facephotograph (take the photo of your face using your phone or a PC camera before applying)
  • a copy of the return ticket
  • a cover letter addressed to the Immigration Office's Chief Director

To enter the Republic of Zambia, make sure that you meet all of the online visa requirements and collect the essential documents described in this section.

Important Information

  • Your passport has to be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival
  • Applications will be revised by our team to ensure they are error-free
  • There is no need to visit the Embassy
  • Each traveler has to have an online Zambia visaprinted out for control upon arrival
  • Electronic visa to Zambia does not allow working
  • Everyone who wants to enter Zambia has to have a separate eVisa

Benefits of Evisa Express

  • Easy application process There are three easy steps to get your eVisa to Zambia. Any issues during the application process can be addressed by contacting our support team
  • Qualified team of expertsA qualified team double-checks each application to ensure successful approval
  • Guarantee of serviceIf your application fails to be approved, reimbursement is provided according to the conditions set out by our Terms of Service

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FAQ about the Zambia eVisa

  • What is the Zambia eVisa?

    Zambia eVisa enables travelers from different countries worldwide to explore the territory of this South-African country. There are five online visa types to choose from. A multiple-entry permit, a single-entry one, a special type dedicated for transit, and more!

  • Is it easy to get the Zambia visa online?

    Zambia visa is extremely easy to obtain online! The application process can be completed within a few minutes using a phone, PC, laptop, tablet, or any other working device. The electronic Zambia visa can be obtained upon meeting elementary requirements.

  • How much is an electronic visa to Zambia?

    Zambia eVisa price differs accordingly with the type of permit you choose. It can be either 99 Euro, 129 Euro, or 199 Euro. Choose the type that suits your needs best and cover the service fee using any online payment method available on our website.

  • What documents do I need to apply for the Zambia visa online?

    Four documents play a crucial part in filing a successful application for the electronic travel visa. All applicants should have valid passports, a return ticket,a photograph of the applicant's face, and a cover letter for the Immigration Office in Zambia Chief Director.

  • How to apply for an eVisa for Zambia?

    The Zambia eVisa application process is intuitive and very quick to complete. Simply fill an online form with your data, attach the supporting documents, and check if the provided information is correct. Then, cover the online visa charges and check your email box. There is no need to visit an Embassy!

  • How will I receive the electronic Zambia visa?

    The electronic Zambia visa arrives at the email address each applicant states in the online form. Make sure to put a correct, active email address upon applying so that you have access to the Zambia eVisa once it arrives. The approved documents are delivered in PDF version; each traveler has to print it out and take it on their travel.

  • How long does it take to get the online Zambia visa?

    The processing time for the online Zambia visa may take up to 72 hours (3 business days). However, adequately filed applications are usually approved sooner. Double-check the provided in the form information to make sure it's correct. That way, applicants can avoid issues with approval and delays.

  • How long can I stay in Zambia with an eVisa?

    The length of your stay will differ depending on the eVisa type you choose. A single, double, and multiple-entry online visas allow each visit to be as long as 90 days. The KAZA entry permit allows each stay to be as long as 30 days, and the electronic transit visa enables its' holders to stay in Zambia for 7 days.

  • How long is an eVisa for Zambia good for?

    The validity period for the single, double, and multiple-entry Zambia eVisa type is three months from the issuance date. If you want to travel with an online transit visa, the validity is 7 days from the arrival date. Lastly, theKAZA UNIVISA stays valid for one month.

  • Who needs an online visa to Zambia?

    Passports holders that wish to travel to Zambia need an online visa to cross the border through any port of entry. However, you can travel to Zambia with an electronic visa without going to the Embassy! Complete the process from home and receive the approved eVisa in PDF version.

  • Do children need an electronic visa for Zambia?

    Every underage traveler needs a separate electronic visa for Zambia to travel to this country. Parents/guardians should file the application for each child with a valid passport to cross the Zambia border.

  • I'm a UK citizen, do I need an online Zambia visa?

    All United Kingdom citizensneed an online visa to travel to Zambia and explore the country. UK citizens are eligible to apply online for an electronic visa that can be handled entirely from home, with no visits to the Embassy needed.

  • Can I get a Zambia eVisa on arrival?

    A Zambia eVisa on arrival is possible to obtain for all passport holders. However, if you want a stress-free travel and want to avoid any issues with entrances, delays, waiting in long lines, handle your entry permit in advance. You can do so entirely online, even using your phone.

  • What can I do if my Zambia eVisa is denied?

    If your eVisa would fail to be approved, first, check if you filled the application form correctly and if your passport was appropriately valid. If yes, please contact our support team to discuss your situation and resolve the issue.

Three easy steps to get your eVisa

  • Apply online Fill out basic information on your citizenship and purpose for travel.
  • Fill out the remaining required information and make an online payment We accept both credit and debit cards and other convenient methods of payment.
  • Check your email Once your payment is confirmed, the eVisa will be sent to the email address provided in your application.
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