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Zimbabwe Visa Requirements 2026

VOA 30 days $30 (single) / $45 (double)

Visa requirements for Zimbabwe: visa on arrival for up to 30 days, $30 (single) / $45 (double). Updated 30 May 2026. Plus passport rules, customs, and prohibited items.

Last updated 30 May 2026 · Source: Warnely editorial team

Zimbabwe visa at a glance

Policy: Visa on arrival
Length of stay: 30 days
Cost: $30 (single) / $45 (double)
Passport: Valid 6+ months.

VOA at Vic Falls + Harare airports + main land borders. UniVisa $50 covers Zimbabwe+Zambia+Botswana day-trips.

E-visa / visa on arrival for UK/US/EU ($30-55 USD).

Customs allowances

USD cash widely – declare larger amounts.

Prohibited items

Drones permit-required. Anti-poaching strict. Photography of government/military forbidden.

This is editorial summary, not legal advice. Visa rules change frequently. Always verify with the destination country's official immigration website or your nearest embassy before travel. Requirements vary by passport — the rules above reflect the most common cases for US/UK/EU/Canada/Australia/NZ visitors.

Frequently asked questions about Zimbabwe visas

Do I need a visa to visit Zimbabwe?

Visa on arrival applies for Zimbabwe: VOA at Vic Falls + Harare airports + main land borders. UniVisa $50 covers Zimbabwe+Zambia+Botswana day-trips.

How much does a Zimbabwe visa cost?

The Zimbabwe visa costs $30 (single) / $45 (double). This is the published fee on the official application channel. Third-party visa agents charge extra; apply directly via the official site to avoid markup.

How long can I stay in Zimbabwe?

The standard visa on arrival allows 30 days per entry. Most policies are extendable in-country at an immigration office for an additional fee — check the official source for current extension rules. Visa runs (leaving and re-entering to reset the clock) are increasingly scrutinised; do not rely on them.

What passport validity does Zimbabwe require?

Valid 6+ months.