🇿🇲 Zambia · General Residence
Visiting Permit (>90 days) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Age range | 21–100 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 3 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Evidence of purpose of visit and funds
- Application via ZDI
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.
“The Immigration Department regulates the movement of people through the issuance of visas to persons wishing to visit Zambia, and permits to those wishing to live and work in Zambia”
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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.