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🛡️Sourced from official government portals🔄Reviewed quarterly⚠️Always verify before booking travelOfficial source: Zambia eVisa ↗
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Zambia eVisa — USD 25 single / 40 double / 75 multiple; ~3 working daysfor 🇺🇸 United States citizens travelling to 🇿🇲 Zambia

United States citizens are required to obtain a Zambia eVisa — USD 25 single / 40 double / 75 multiple; ~3 working days before travelling to Zambia. You must submit a formal application at the Zambia embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre in your country. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date.

30 days✓Max stay
~3 days✓Avg processing
USD 25.00✓Total fees
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📋Required Documents7

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    eVisa fee by card: USD 25 single / USD 40 double / USD 75 multiple
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    Online application at evisa.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm

    Official Department of Immigration portal — avoid third-party sites.

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    Passport bio-page scan (6+ months validity, blank pages)
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    Printed approval letter (~3 working days)

    Present at Lusaka/Livingstone airports or any land border.

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    Proof of accommodation or host invitation with ID copy
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    Recent digital photo (white background)
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    Return or onward flight ticket
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ℹ️What to Expect

To apply for a Zambia eVisa — USD 25 single / 40 double / 75 multiple; ~3 working days, book an appointment at the nearest Zambia embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 3 days. The government fee is USD 25.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Zambia embassy or official government website before booking travel.

📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)

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    Yellow fever vaccination certificate

    Required if arriving from an endemic country.

🌐Why United States passport holders need a visa for Zambia

United States citizens require a visa to enter Zambia based on the current immigration requirements set by Zambia's government. United States passport holders must apply through the Zambia embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.

Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal

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