Spouse Permit
Zambia's Spouse Permit is for the spouse of a Zambian citizen, of an established resident, or of a Residence Permit holder. The spouse gives written consent and the applicant shows proof of sustenance. After at least five years on a Spouse Permit, a holder can be issued a Residence Permit.
1 entry rule for Zambia based on recent travel
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Yellow fever certificate needed after a stay in countries with risk of yellow fever transmission (WHO list)
Travellers aged 1 year and over arriving from a yellow fever risk country (or after more than 12 hours' airport transit in one) need a valid yellow fever certificate.
WHO International Travel and Health, Annex 1: Countries with risk of yellow fever transmission and countries requiring proof of vaccination against yellow fever (18 Nov 2022, revised 3 Jan 2023) WHO ITH Country List: Vaccination requirements and WHO recommendations for international travellers, 2022 edition (18 Nov 2022, revised 3 Jan 2023) Checked October 19, 2026
Life in Zambia
Money
3
Currency
Zambian Kwacha
ZMW
Zambian Kwacha
Cost of living
33
Price level · US = 100
World Bank price levels, 2025
Tax
20–37%
Income tax (national)
VAT 16%
2026 bands: 0% up to K5,100 a month; 37% above K9,200 a month.
Living
1
Happiness
#131 of 145 countries
World Happiness Report 2025
Your edge here Members
What gives you an edge here: passports, visas and permits you hold, work, study, language and family ties
Who it’s for
Foreign spouses of Zambian citizens, established residents or Residence Permit holders.
Eligibility
Spouse's status
Married to a Zambian citizen, an established resident with a Certificate of Status, or a Residence Permit holder.
Spouse's consent
A letter of consent from the spouse supporting the application, plus proof of the spouse's status.
Sustenance
Proof of sustenance.
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Document checklistCovering letter
- FeesSpouse Permit issuance
- Steps to applyGather the marriage certificate, spouse's consent and status, and proof of suste
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- 7 documents
- 2 fees
- 3 steps
- Processing times and conditions
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Other routes to Zambia
- Visit & tourismTourist visa, visa waiver and KAZA UNIVISA
- StudyStudy Permit
- Work permitsEmployment Permit
