🇿🇼 Zimbabwe · Researcher
Scholars Permit — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,744 |
| Minimum annual salary | €17,436 |
| Proof of savings | €4,359 |
| Minimum investment | €21,795 |
| Work experience | 5+ years |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €87 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://zimimmigration.gov.zw.
- Typical processing: ~5 days.
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://zimimmigration.gov.zw · verified 2026-06-22
Minimum annual salary
https://zimimmigration.gov.zw · verified 2026-06-22
Proof of savings
https://zimimmigration.gov.zw · verified 2026-06-22
Minimum investment
https://zimimmigration.gov.zw · verified 2026-06-22
Work experience
https://zimimmigration.gov.zw · verified 2026-06-22
Application fee
https://zimimmigration.gov.zw · verified 2026-06-22
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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 2026-06-22.