en

Sign in Get started

Menu

Country guideLast checked October 19, 2026

Visas and immigration in Zimbabwe

4 routes from official government sources, grouped by type. Each guide covers who it's for, the requirements and where to apply.

Visit & tourism 1
Study 1
Work permits 1
Family 1

Compare in Explore

Visiting Zimbabwe

Short-stay rules by passport, from official sources. Last checked October 16, 2026.

40 passports visa-free
53 passports need an eTA or eVisa
105 passports get a visa on arrival
51 passports need a visa

Passports that can visit without a visa

Visit & tourism1 pathway

Visitor visa
Zimbabwe sorts nationalities into three groups: those who need no visa, those who can pay for a visa on arrival (or apply online), and those who must get a visa before travelling. Visas can be applied for on the official eVisa portal. Options include single entry (1 month), double entry (3 months), multiple entry (6 months) and the KAZA UniVisa covering countries in the Kavango Zambezi area (1 month).
Temporary only
Last checked October 17, 2026
View requirements

Study1 pathway

Student's Permit and Scholar's Permit
Zimbabwe issues a Student's Permit to foreigners at colleges and universities and a Scholar's Permit to school pupils. Both need a letter of acceptance, a Ministry of Education clearance letter and proof of fee payment in foreign currency.
Temporary only
Last checked October 19, 2026
View requirements

Work permits1 pathway

1 more pathway for members
Subscribe to open every country, with full requirements, fees, steps and your score on each pathway.
Get started

Family1 pathway

1 more pathway for members
Subscribe to open every country, with full requirements, fees, steps and your score on each pathway.
Get started

Official sources

Government pages behind these routes.

Other countries