🇿🇲 Zambia · General Residence
Temporary Permit (Special) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Age range | 18–21 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €800 |
Duration & renewal
Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- Minister directive (for category a)
- Evidence of parental relation to permit holder (category b)
- Appeal documentation (category c)
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm/for-residents/.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Foreigners over the age of 18 can apply for a Temporary Permit.”
“A Temporary Permit is issued to: a prohibited immigrant or any person as directed by the Minister of Home Affairs; parent(s) (father, mother or foreparents only) of a holder of an Employment Permit or Investor’s Permit within the validity of the permit; and a dependant of permit holder above the age of 18.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.