Zambia Visa-Free Entry — 2022 tourism waiver (US, UK, EU, CA, AU, NZ, JP and more) + SADC/COMESAfor 🇦🇺 Australia citizens travelling to 🇿🇲 Zambia

📋Required Documents3

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  Nationality on the 2022 waiver list or SADC/COMESA exemption list

  US, UK, EU states, CA, AU, NZ, JP and more; plus regional neighbours.

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  Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
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  Return or onward ticket

ℹ️What to Expect

As a Australia passport holder, you can enter Zambia without applying for a visa in advance. Present your valid passport at the port of entry and confirm your intended stay is within up to 90 days. Border officers may ask for proof of onward travel, sufficient funds, and accommodation details. 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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  Extension filing at Lusaka/Livingstone immigration offices

  30 days per entry, extendable to 90 days/year for tourism; business 30 days/year.

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  Proof of accommodation or host details

  Checked occasionally at entry.

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  Yellow fever vaccination certificate

  Required if arriving from an endemic country.

🌐Why Australia passport holders do not need a visa for Zambia

Australia passport holders can enter Zambia without a visa because of an existing bilateral visa-waiver agreement or diplomatic arrangement between the two countries. This means Australia citizens benefit from streamlined entry and do not need to apply in advance — a valid passport is sufficient at the border.

🔗More Zambia Visa Options

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• Zambia Employment Permit — employer-sponsored; up to 2 years renewable →
• Zambia eVisa — USD 25 single / 40 double / 75 multiple; ~3 working days →