Zambia travel authorization services


Information about eVisa for Zambia

The eVisa is an electronic travel authorization for visitors holding a passport from one of the eligible countries. It was introduced by the Government of Zambia to reduce unnecessary time at the immigration offices and make it easier to cross the border.

Depending on the purpose of your trip, you have different types of visas: Tourist, Business and Transit. Based on your need you can choose between Single, Double or Multiple-entry visa.

Both Tourist and Business visas are valid for 1 year. With a tourist visa, you can visit the country for up to 90 consecutive days and the Business up to 30 consecutive days.

In case you are arriving by land transportation and you are staying up to 7 days, you can apply for the Transit visa. This visa allows you to cross the border multiple times. If you are in the country for a small layover arriving by plane, you do not need a visa.

Requirements for Zambia e-Visa

Before applying, prepare the following information depending on the type of visa you want to apply for:

  • Tourist
    • A valid passport
    • Covering letter for the Director General of Immigration
    • A passport size photo
    • Return Airline Ticket
    • Hotel booking (or similar proof of host)
    • An email address
    • A valid debit or credit cardv
  • Transit
    • A valid passport
    • Covering letter for the Director General of Immigration
    • A passport size photo
    • An email address
    • A valid debit or credit card
  • Business
    • A valid passport
    • Covering letter for the Director-General of Immigration
    • An invitation letter from the company in Zambia
    • A passport size photo
    • An email address
    • Certified photocopy of the corporate Certificate of Incorporation
    • A valid debit or credit card

In the Covering letter, you will have to describe the purpose of your trip. Begin with “Dear Director-General of Immigration” and include your Name, Passport, the Date of arrival and departure, the address of where you are staying, the reason why you are travelling and a handwritten signature.


KAZA UNIVISA

Are you planning to visit both Zimbabwe and Zambia? If so, your best option is the KAZA Univisa allowing you to enter both of them. It’s valid for one year and allows you to visit both countries multiple times, each visit for up to 30 days.

Only these checkpoints accept the KAZA UNIVISA (eVisa): Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport, Victoria Falls Border and Kazungula Border Control


Be aware that getting an eVisa does not guarantee entry to the country. The immigration officers will review your request upon your arrival with the right to deny entering Zambia without any reason.

How to apply for an electronic travel authorization

Now that you have all the documents ready, you just need to follow these 3 easy steps:

  • Complete the form with your details as they appear in your official documents
  • Introduce the details of your valid credit or debit card
  • Once you have finished your application, we will send you an email with a link to check its status

As soon as it is approved, we will send you the approval letter. You will have to show this document upon your arrival at your destination in order to be able to get your visa.

Privacy is our priority, this means we do not share any personal information with third parties. We only collect your details to ease the process and you can receive your eVisa in the most comfortable way possible.

If you have any other doubts, do not hesitate to contact us. Have a safe trip!