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Zimbabwe visa and entry requirements for US, UK, Canadian, Australian, NZ and Irish citizens
US, UK, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand and Irish citizens must obtain a visa before entry – an e‑visa can be applied for online; stay up to 90 days, longer with extension. If you already have a KAZA UNIVISA, it covers Zimbabwe for the same period.
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Key facts
- Visa typecheck
- Electronic visa (e‑visa) required
- Maximum stay without extensioncheck
- 90 days
- Cost (2026 estimate)check
- US$30‑50 depending on processing speed
- Processing timecheck
- Usually 2‑5 business days
- Entry on KAZA UNIVISAcheck
- Valid for 30 days, counts toward 90‑day total
Visa requirements overview
All six listed nationalities need a visa before travelling to Zimbabwe. The government offers an online e‑visa system; paper visas at embassies are also possible but slower. The e‑visa is linked to your passport number and is valid for a single entry.
Visitors can stay up to 90 days per entry. Extensions can be requested at the Zimbabwe Immigration Office in Harare or at major border posts, but approval is not guaranteed.
If you hold a KAZA UNIVISA (used for the Zambia‑Zimbabwe‑Botswana corridor), it grants a 30‑day stay in Zimbabwe and counts toward the 90‑day total.
- Apply online at the official e‑visa portal (check the URL on the Zimbabwe Ministry of Home Affairs site).
- Print the approved visa PDF and carry it with your passport.
- Have a passport valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure date.
Cost and processing
Standard processing costs US$30 for a 30‑day visa and US$50 for a 90‑day visa. Faster processing (same‑day or next‑day) adds a surcharge of about US$10‑15.
Payment is made online by credit or debit card; the system issues a receipt that must be shown on arrival.
| Visa length | Standard fee | Fast‑track fee |
|---|---|---|
| 30 days | US$30 | US$45 |
| 90 days | US$50 | US$65 |
Entry requirements
You must present:
• A printed copy of the approved e‑visa.
• A passport with at least one blank page.
• Proof of onward travel or a return ticket.
• Sufficient funds for your stay (about US$100 per week is typical).
- Vaccination proof for yellow fever is required if arriving from a risk country.
- Customs allow 5 kg of duty‑free alcohol and 2 kg of tobacco per adult.
Questions people ask
Do US, UK, Canadian, Australian, NZ and Irish citizens need a visa for Zimbabwe?
Yes – an electronic visa (e‑visa) must be obtained before travel; a KAZA UNIVISA also works for a short stay.
How long can I stay in Zimbabwe without a visa?
Citizens of the listed countries can stay up to 90 days per entry with an e‑visa; the KAZA UNIVISA allows 30 days.
Do I need an electronic travel authorisation before flying to Zimbabwe?
No separate ETA is required; the e‑visa is the only electronic entry permission.
Can I extend my stay beyond 90 days?
Extensions can be applied for at immigration offices in Harare or at border posts, but approval is not guaranteed and may require additional fees.
Is a visa on arrival available?
Zimbabwe no longer offers visa‑on‑arrival for these nationalities; the e‑visa must be secured beforehand.
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