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Zimbabwe travel guide for the Irish

Irish citizens should check Zimbabwe's visa rules before travel. Confirm the current fee and validity on the official immigration portal before booking.

Updated Sep 20261 min read
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Key facts

Visa required
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Visa fee
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Maximum stay
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Entry requirements

Check the official immigration portal for the current e-visa process, fee and passport rules before you apply.

Check whether Irish nationals can get a visa on arrival or must apply in advance.

  • Passport validity: 6 months
  • Vaccination: Yellow‑fever certificate required if arriving from a risk country (check)
  • Proof of onward travel or sufficient funds (check)

Embassy contact

  • Embassy of Ireland, Pretoria
  • Address: 13 St. James Street, Arcadia, Pretoria 0083, South Africa

Costs

Flight info

Check current routes and total travel time from Dublin to Harare before booking.

Zimbabwe is UTC+2 year‑round; Ireland is UTC+0 (winter) or UTC+1 (summer), so the time difference is 2 hours ahead in winter, 1 hour ahead in summer.

Questions people ask

Do the Irish need a visa for Zimbabwe?

Yes. Irish citizens must obtain an e‑visa before travel; there is no visa‑on‑arrival option.

How much does a trip to Zimbabwe cost in EUR?

A 10‑day mid‑range trip averages €1 800–€2 200 per person, covering visa, accommodation, meals, transport, park fees and basic insurance.

Where is the nearest Ireland embassy in Zimbabwe?

Ireland’s nearest embassy is in Pretoria, South Africa; it handles consular matters for Irish travellers in Zimbabwe.

What is the flight time from Dublin to Harare?

With a typical connection in Johannesburg or Addis Ababa, total travel time is about 14–18 hours, including layover.

What plug type does Zimbabwe use?

Type D and Type G plugs, 220–240 V, 50 Hz. Bring a universal adapter.

Verify with the official source

Draft, not field-verified

Rules, fees, schedules and prices change. Verify with the official source (the government, embassy, operator or venue) before you book or travel.

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