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São Tomé and PríncipeZimbabwe: Visa on arrival

São Tomé and PríncipeZimbabwe

Do São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders need a visa for Zimbabwe?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe.

A visa is issued at the border on arrival, usually for a fee, with no advance application.

Source: zimimmigration.gov.zw (checked July 18, 2026).

    RequirementVisa on arrival
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelNone, travel on your passport
    Data as of2026-10-14
    Distance3,344 km, straight line (~4h 26m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Zimbabwe174 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Zimbabwe passport holders visiting São Tomé and Príncipe: Visa required.

Zimbabwe drives on the left, the opposite side to São Tomé and Príncipe. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders need a visa for Zimbabwe?

A visa is not required in advance. São Tomé and Príncipe passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe.

How far is Zimbabwe from São Tomé and Príncipe?

About 3,344 km in a straight line, roughly ~4h 26m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Zimbabwe?

Botswana pula (BWP).

What is the emergency number in Zimbabwe?

993 / 994 / 995 / 999.

Does Zimbabwe drive on the same side of the road as São Tomé and Príncipe?

Zimbabwe drives on the left, the opposite side to São Tomé and Príncipe. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Zimbabwe in?

Harare (UTC+2).

What is the nearest airport to Harare?

Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE), about 12 km away.

How many countries can enter Zimbabwe without a visa?

174 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Zimbabwe visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

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.