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Visa & Entry Requirements for Zimbabwe: A Comprehensive Guide

Planning a trip to Zimbabwe? Understanding the country’s visa requirements is key to a smooth entry. Depending on your nationality, you may be eligible for a visa on arrival, require an advance application, or qualify for visa-free entry. This guide breaks down the different visa categories, fees, and entry conditions to help you prepare for your visit hassle-free.

Table of Contents

  1. Zimbabwe Visa Requirements
  2. Zimbabwe Visa Fee Structure
  3. Zimbabwe Visa Categories
  4. Category A: Visa-Free Countries
  5. Category B: Visa on Arrival Countries
  6. Category C: Pre-Arranged Visa Countries

Zimbabwe classifies countries into three categories regarding visa requirements:

  • Category A: Nationals who do not require a visa and are granted entry at the border.
  • Category B: Nationals who can obtain a visa on arrival.
  • Category C: Nationals who must apply for a visa in advance.

Visa on Arrival (Category B): Travelers from Category B countries can obtain a visa upon arrival at Zimbabwean ports of entry. This typically includes nationals from countries such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and many European Union member states. Visa fees vary; it’s advisable to check the latest fees before travel. Visas on arrival are usually valid for 30 days and may be extendable up to 90 days. For the most up-to-date information on eligible countries and visa fees, please consult the official Zimbabwe Immigration website.

Pre-Arranged Visa (Category C): Nationals from Category C countries are required to obtain a visa prior to their arrival in Zimbabwe. This involves applying through a Zimbabwean embassy or consulate. Contact the nearest Zimbabwean embassy or consulate for specific application procedures, required documents, processing times, and fees.

Visitors from Category B countries can pay their visa fees upon arrival at the port of entry. Category C nationals must pay their visa fees during the online application process.

Category B: Visa Fees for General Visitors

Visa TypeFee (USD)
Single Entry$30
Double Entry$45
Multiple Entry$55

Category B: Visa Fees for Specific Nationalities

NationalityVisa TypeFee (USD)
British & IrishSingle Entry$55
British & IrishDouble Entry$70
CanadianSingle Entry$75
ChineseSingle Entry$60
ChineseDouble Entry$90

Category C: Visa Fees

Visa TypeFee (USD)
Single Entry$30
Double Entry$45

Important Notes:

  • Children and Infants: Full visa fees apply to all individuals requiring a visa, regardless of age.
  • Payment Methods: Cash is recommended for on-arrival payments due to potential network issues with credit card machines.

Zimbabwe Visa Categories

Visitors from the list below DO NOT require a visa to travel to Zimbabwe:

  • Angola
  • Antigua & Barbuda
  • Aruba
  • Bahamas
  • Barbados
  • Belize
  • Botswana
  • Cayman Islands
  • Congo (DRC)
  • Cyprus
  • Fiji
  • Ghana
  • Grenada
  • Hong Kong
  • Jamaica
  • Kenya
  • Kiribati
  • Leeward Islands
  • Lesotho
  • Madagascar
  • Malaysia
  • Malawi
  • Maldives
  • Malta
  • Mauritius
  • Montserrat
  • Mozambique
  • Namibia
  • Nauru
  • Samoa Western
  • Seychelles
  • Singapore
  • Solomon Islands
  • South Africa
  • St Kitts & Nevis
  • St Lucia
  • St Vincent & The Grenadines
  • Swaziland
  • Tanzania
  • Tonga
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • Turk & Caicos Islands
  • Tuvalu
  • Uganda
  • Vanuatu

Visitors from the list below are granted a Zimbabwe Visa at port of entry on payment of requisite visa fees:

  • Angola
  • Antigua & Barbuda
  • Albania
  • Algeria
  • Andorra
  • Argentina
  • Armenia
  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Azerbaijan
  • Bahrain
  • Belarus
  • Belgium
  • Bermuda
  • Bhutan
  • Bosnia-Herzegovina
  • Brazil
  • British Virgin Islands
  • Brunei Darussalam
  • Bulgaria
  • Burundi
  • Canada
  • Cape Verde Islands
  • Chile
  • China
  • Comoros Islands
  • Cook Islands
  • Costa Rica
  • Croatia
  • Cuba
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Dominican Republic
  • Ecuador
  • Egypt
  • El Salvador
  • Equatorial Guinea
  • Estonia
  • Ethiopia
  • Finland
  • France
  • French Guiana
  • French Polynesia
  • French West Indies
  • Georgia
  • Germany
  • Gibraltar
  • Greece
  • Guam
  • Guatemala
  • Guyana
  • Haiti
  • Honduras
  • Hungary
  • Iceland
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • Iran
  • Ireland
  • Israel
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Kazakhstan
  • Korea (South)
  • Kyrgyzstan
  • Kuwait
  • Latvia
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuania
  • Luxemburg
  • Macau
  • Macedonia
  • Marshall Islands
  • Mexico
  • Micronesia
  • Moldova
  • Monaco
  • Netherlands
  • New Caledonia
  • New Zealand
  • Nicaragua
  • Norfolk Islands
  • Northern Mariana Islands
  • Norway
  • Palau Island
  • Palestine
  • Panama
  • Papua New Guinea
  • Paraguay
  • Peru
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Puerto Rico
  • Reunion
  • Romania
  • Russia
  • Rwanda
  • Samoa (America)
  • San Marino
  • Sao Tome & Principe
  • Senegal
  • Serbia
  • Slovakia
  • Slovenia
  • Spain
  • Suriname
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • Tajikistan
  • Turkey
  • Turkmenistan
  • Ukraine
  • United Arab Emirates
  • United Kingdom
  • United States of America
  • Uruguay
  • Uzbekistan
  • Vatican
  • Venezuela
  • Virgin Islands

Countries whose nationals are required to apply for and obtain a Zimbabwe visa prior to travelling.
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  • Anguilla
  • Bangladesh
  • Benin
  • Bolivia
  • Burkina Faso
  • Cambodia
  • Cameroon
  • Central Africa Republic
  • Chad
  • Colombia
  • Congo (Brazzaville)
  • Cote d’Voire (Ivory Coast)
  • Djibouti Republic
  • East Timore
  • Eritrea
  • Gabon
  • Gambia
  • Guinea Bissau
  • Guinea Conakry
  • Iraq
  • Afghanistan
  • Jordan
  • Kosovo
  • Laos
  • Lebanon
  • Liberia
  • Libya
  • Mali
  • Mauritania
  • Mongolia
  • Montenegro
  • Morocco
  • Myanmar
  • Nepal
  • Niger
  • Nigeria
  • North Korea
  • Oman
  • Pakistan
  • Philippines
  • Qatar

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