Zambie
Indicatif Téléphonique
+260
Capitale
Lusaka
Population
19 millions
Nom Natif
Zambia
Région
Afrique
Afrique australe
Fuseau Horaire
Central Africa Time
UTC+02:00
Sur Cette Page
Zambia, the Southern African nation known for Victoria Falls, South Luangwa National Park wildlife safaris, Lower Zambezi canoeing expeditions, and diverse wilderness areas, offers visa-free entry to U.S. and UK passport holders. U.S. State Department confirms U.S. passport holders do not require visa to visit Zambia. UK Foreign Office states British passport holders do not need visa to enter Zambia, requiring valid return or onward tickets and enough money for stay, noting tourists allowed 90 days per 12-month period and business visitors 30 days per 12-month period. Passport requirements: U.S. State Department specifies passports must be valid for at least six months upon arrival and have at least three blank pages upon each entry. UK Foreign Office requires passport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival date and contain minimum 2 blank pages for entry stamping. KAZA UNIVISA: UK Foreign Office notes alternative permit for Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area allowing unlimited movement between Zambia and Zimbabwe plus day trips to Botswana, costing $50 USD, valid for 30 days, obtainable online in advance or on arrival at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport Lusaka, Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport Livingstone, Livingstone/Victoria Falls border crossing, or Kazungula border crossing. Yellow fever: UK Foreign Office confirms yellow fever vaccination certification mandatory if arriving from countries with transmission risk.
Zambia Visa & Immigration System
Zambia offers visa-free entry to U.S. and UK passport holders with specific stay limits. U.S. State Department confirms U.S. passport holders do not require visa. UK Foreign Office states British passport holders do not need visa, requiring valid return or onward tickets and enough money for stay. Stay limits: UK Foreign Office notes tourists allowed 90 days per 12-month period, business visitors 30 days per 12-month period. Passport requirements: U.S. State Department requires passports valid at least 6 months upon arrival with at least 3 blank pages upon each entry. UK Foreign Office requires 6 months validity beyond arrival with minimum 2 blank pages, noting must receive entry stamp upon arrival. KAZA UNIVISA option: UK Foreign Office confirms alternative permit for Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area costs $50 USD, remains valid 30 days, allows unlimited movement between Zambia and Zimbabwe plus day trips to Botswana. Obtainable online in advance or on arrival at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport Lusaka, Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport Livingstone, Livingstone/Victoria Falls border crossing, or Kazungula border crossing. Transit considerations: U.S. State Department notes travelers passing through other countries (particularly South Africa) should check those nations' blank page requirements as they may differ. Lost/stolen passport: U.S. State Department confirms contact Zambian Department of Immigration to obtain replacement entry permit before departing. Yellow fever: UK Foreign Office confirms yellow fever vaccination certification mandatory if arriving from countries with transmission risk. Departure tax: UK Foreign Office notes air passengers must pay approximately $25 USD international or $3 USD domestic security charge, typically included in ticket costs.
Types de Visa Courants
Visa-Free Entry (90 days tourists, 30 days business)
Tourism and business visits to Victoria Falls, South Luangwa National Park, Lower Zambezi National Park, and Zambian attractions. U.S. State Department confirms U.S. passport holders do not require visa. UK Foreign Office states British passport holders visa-free requiring return/onward tickets and sufficient funds. UK: 90 days per 12 months for tourists, 30 days per 12 months for business visitors. Requirements include passport valid 6 months upon arrival with 3 blank pages (U.S.) or 2 blank pages (UK), return or onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds, and yellow fever certificate if arriving from endemic countries. Suitable for Victoria Falls visits, wildlife safaris, Lower Zambezi canoeing, and business meetings.
KAZA UNIVISA ($50)
Regional tourism across Zambia and Zimbabwe with day trips to Botswana. UK Foreign Office confirms permit for Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area costing $50 USD, valid 30 days, allowing unlimited movement between Zambia and Zimbabwe plus day trips to Botswana. Obtainable online in advance or on arrival at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport Lusaka, Harry Mwanga Nkumbula International Airport Livingstone, Livingstone/Victoria Falls border crossing, or Kazungula border crossing. Requirements include passport valid 6 months with blank pages, $50 USD payment, and yellow fever certificate if arriving from endemic countries. Recommended for travelers visiting both Zambian and Zimbabwean sides of Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park day trips from Zambia/Zimbabwe, and multi-country Southern African safaris.
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