United KingdomZimbabwe: Visa on arrival

United KingdomZimbabwe

Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Zimbabwe?

Visa on arrival

A visa is not required in advance. United Kingdom 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 of2026-10-19

Distance8,284 km, straight line (~10h 15m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Zimbabwe174 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Zimbabwe passport holders visiting United Kingdom: Visa required.

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Zimbabwe?

A visa is not required in advance. United Kingdom passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Zimbabwe.

How far is Zimbabwe from United Kingdom?

About 8,284 km in a straight line, roughly ~10h 15m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Zimbabwe?

Botswana pula (BWP).

What is the emergency number in Zimbabwe?

993 / 994 / 995 / 999.

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.

About United Kingdom

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom (UK) or Britain, is a country in Northwestern Europe, off the coast of the continental mainland. It comprises England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, with a population of over 69 million in 2025. The UK includes the island of Great Britain, the north-eastern part of the island of Ireland, and most of the smaller islands within the British Isles, covering 94,354 square miles (244,376 km2). It shares a land border with the Republic of Ireland and is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea, the English Channel, the Celtic Sea and the Irish Sea, while maintaining sovereignty over the Crown Dependencies and the British Overseas Territories. The capital and largest city of England and the UK is London; Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast are the national capitals of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, respectively.

CapitalLondon

RegionNorthern Europe

Population69.5M

Area242,900 km²

CurrencyBritish pound (1 USD ≈ 0.75 GBP)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+44

Drives on theleft

TimezoneLondon (UTC+1)

Nearest airportLondon City Airport (LCY), 13 km

Emergency number112 / 999

UNESCO sites37

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$57,602 (2025)

Tourist arrivals11.1M (2020)

Climate in London

Warmest August, coolest December, driest May, sunniest May.

Monthly climate normals for London, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	9.4°C	3.8°C	59mm	127h
February	10.2°C	3.6°C	103mm	157h
March	10.8°C	3.1°C	45mm	229h
April	16.6°C	5.6°C	34mm	323h
May	19.1°C	7.8°C	5mm	397h
June	20.5°C	11.5°C	80mm	324h
July	21.7°C	12.9°C	47mm	320h
August	23.5°C	15.3°C	74mm	313h
September	20°C	11°C	25mm	266h
October	14.1°C	8.2°C	159mm	169h
November	12.4°C	5.9°C	48mm	141h
December	8.1°C	3°C	85mm	117h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a constitutional monarchy comprising most of the British Isles. It is a union of four constituent countries: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, each of which has something unique and exciting for visitors.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Blaenavon Industrial Landscape
Blenheim Palace
Buildings and architecture of Bath
Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church
Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd
Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape
Derwent Valley Mills
Durham Castle and Cathedral
Flow Country
Forth Bridge

Upcoming public holidays

November 30, 2026Saint Andrew's Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 28, 2026Boxing Day

Full source list on About.

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 (1 USD ≈ 13.69 BWP)

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

Calling code+263

Drives on theleft

TimezoneHarare (UTC+2)

Nearest airportRobert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE), 12 km

Emergency number993 / 994 / 995 / 999

UNESCO sites5

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,021 (2025)

Tourist arrivals639K (2020)

Climate in Harare

Warmest November, coolest July, driest May, sunniest November. Best time to visit: March, April, September.

Monthly climate normals for Harare, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	26.2°C	16.5°C	204mm	326h
February	24.4°C	16°C	140mm	294h
March	25.1°C	14.4°C	21mm	329h
April	24.6°C	13.6°C	9mm	334h
May	23.1°C	10.6°C	0mm	338h
June	20.2°C	9.2°C	3mm	293h
July	20.4°C	7.4°C	0mm	329h
August	24.5°C	10.7°C	0mm	345h
September	27.2°C	13.2°C	0mm	334h
October	28.2°C	15.3°C	42mm	355h
November	29.6°C	17.8°C	60mm	357h
December	23.7°C	16.7°C	223mm	269h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. For those looking to travel in Africa, Zimbabwe is a great starting place. It is rich in fauna and flora and has numerous ancient stone cities including the largest in Africa south of the Sahara, Great Zimbabwe. Its border with Zambia is formed by the Zambezi River which when in full flood drops as the world's largest curtain of falling water at the mighty Victoria Falls which is a major tourist attraction.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Great Zimbabwe
Khami
Mana Pools National Park, Sapi and Chewore Safari Areas
Matobo Hills
Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls

Upcoming public holidays

December 22, 2026Unity Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

Full source list on About.