🇿🇲 Zambia · General Residence
Residence Permit — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,744 |
| Minimum annual salary | €20,923 |
| Proof of savings | €2,615 |
| Minimum investment | €8,718 |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Language level | B1 |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €975 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
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/pricing-page/.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,744.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm/for-residents/pricing-page/ · verified 2026-06-23
Minimum annual salary
https://www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm/for-residents/pricing-page/ · verified 2026-06-23
Proof of savings
https://www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm/for-residents/pricing-page/ · verified 2026-06-23
Minimum investment
https://www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm/for-residents/pricing-page/ · verified 2026-06-23
Work experience
https://www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm/for-residents/pricing-page/ · verified 2026-06-23
Language level
https://www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm/for-residents/pricing-page/ · verified 2026-06-23
Age range
https://www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm/for-residents/pricing-page/ · verified 2026-06-23
Application fee
https://www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm/for-residents/pricing-page/ · verified 2026-06-23
Open to all nationalities
https://www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm/for-residents/pricing-page/ · verified 2026-06-23
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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.