This page explains who is eligible to use Zambia’s online eVisa system and who must follow a different visa route. It is designed to help you determine, based on nationality, whether you may apply online, must apply through an embassy, or do not require a visa at all.
Document requirements and application steps are covered on separate pages and are referenced here for clarity.
Nationals of the countries listed below may apply for a Zambia eVisa through the online system before travel.
What this means for you
Zambia applies a nationality-based eligibility policy for its eVisa system. If your nationality appears in the eVisa-eligible list, you may apply online for any Zambia eVisa type offered, provided your travel purpose matches the visa category you select.
Visa requirements, on the other hand, are determined only by the visa type, not by nationality. All applicants from eVisa-eligible countries are assessed under the same eligibility rules and must meet the same document requirements for the visa category they choose.
There are no nationality-specific conditions that change document rules for eligible travellers.
For detailed guidance beyond eligibility, refer to:
Zambia offers multiple eVisa categories based on travel purpose, such as tourism, business, transit, study, and ordinary visits.
To review available categories and select the correct one for your trip, see the Zambia eVisa Types page.
If you plan to travel under the KAZA arrangement, refer to the dedicated KAZA Tourist Visa page for specific information.
These advantages apply only to travellers whose nationality qualifies for the eVisa route.
Nationals of the countries listed below do not require a visa to enter Zambia for permitted short stays.
Important notes
Nationals of the countries listed below are not eligible to use the Zambia eVisa system.
What this means for you
Yes. If your nationality is eligible, you may apply for any Zambia eVisa type that matches your travel purpose.
If your nationality does not appear in any list, you should confirm your visa route with a Zambian embassy.
No. Visa-free entry permits limited activities only. You must follow the conditions set by immigration authorities.
Yes, anti-malaria medication is strongly recommended for travellers. Additionally, you may be required to show proof of yellow fever vaccination if travelling from or through a country with a yellow fever risk.
To expedite the E-visa application, ensure that you provide all the required documents accurately and submit the application as early as possible. Additionally, by opting for the Super Rush processing, applicants can further expedite the application process and receive their E-visa more quickly.