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Visa requirements for Zimbabwe

Who can enter Zimbabwe, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of September 4, 2026.

Passport holders from 157 countries can enter Zimbabwe without a visa in advance. 44 have full visa-free access; 113 more can get a visa on arrival or use an electronic travel authorisation. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

44 visa-free
113 on arrival
0 eTA
0 e-visa
92 visa required

Visa-free entry

44 nationalities

Visa on arrival

113 nationalities

Visa required in advance

92 nationalities

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe, officially the Republic of Zimbabwe, is a landlocked country in Southeast Africa, between the Zambezi and Limpopo River, bordered by South Africa to the south, Botswana to the southwest, Zambia to the north, and Mozambique to the east. The capital and largest city is Harare, and the second largest is Bulawayo.

CapitalHarare

RegionEastern Africa

Population17M

Area390,757 km²

CurrencyBotswana pula, Chinese yuan, Euro, British pound, Indian rupee, Japanese yen, United States dollar, South African rand, Zimbabwean bonds

LanguagesChibarwe, English, Kalanga, Khoisan, Ndau, Northern Ndebele, Chewa, Shona, Sotho, Tonga, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zimbabwean Sign Language

Calling code+263

Tourist arrivals639K (2020)

Climate in Harare

Warmest November, coolest July, driest May.

January to December mean temp, Open-Meteo (2020)

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