Visa requirements for Zimbabwean citizens

Visa requirements for Zimbabwean citizens are administrative entry restrictions by the authorities of other states placed on citizens of Zimbabwe.As of 2026 Zimbabwean citizens had visa-free or visa on arrival access to 61 countries and territories, ranking the Zimbabwean passport 72nd in terms of travel freedom according to the Henley Passport Index It is ranked 69th by the Global Passport Power Rank.

Where visa-free access is permitted, such access is not necessarily a right, and admission is at the discretion of border enforcement officers. Visitors engaging in activities other than tourism, including unpaid work, may require a visa or work permit.

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Visa requirements

Country Visa requirement Allowed stay Notes (excluding departure fees) 30 days Visa is not required in case born in Afghanistan or can proof that one of their parents is a national of Afghanistan or born in Afghanistan. e-Visa : Visitors must arrive at Kabul International (KBL). Visa free anytime of year for valid visa holders or residents of Schengen member states, the UK and US for stays up to 90 days within 180 days period. No border checkpoints in Andorra, but visitor must travel to France or Spain before reach Andorra, thus Schengen visa is required. 30 days For a maximum total stay of 90 days within year period.https://mobile.twitter.com/_Muskana/status/964815820898611200 An Electronic Authorization (AVE or ETA) option is available for valid visa holders of the United States. and territories May apply online (Online Visitor e600 visa). 3 months 30 days 6 months 90 days Visa fee is 40 USD per person and visa application may be processed within 5 business days with duration of stay of 90 days. e-Visa applicant is also subject to pay Sustainable Development Fee 90 days 90 days 30 days 30 days 30 days US permanent residents (Green card) holders can enter visa free 90 days Visa on arrival at Sal, Boa Vista, São Vicente or Santiago international airports. Requirement to register online 5 days before arrival May apply online. 45 days 90 days 90 days Tourist card must be obtained in advance via travel agency, airline or at the embassy. eVisa 31 days 21 days 90 days Tourists holding valid visas from Canada, the US, the UK, or Schengen countries to apply for visa on arrival at airports in Egypt. 30 days up to 90 days 4 months Gabon e-Visa Electronic visa holders must arrive via Libreville International Airport. 90 days An entry clearance must be obtained from the Gambian Immigration prior to travel. 30 days Visa not required for holders of a valid EU, non-EU Schengen, UK, US and GCC visa or residence permit for stays up 90 days in any 180-day period. 60 days 90 days 3 months 60 days 15 days Eligible for an e-Visa if residing in one these countries : Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, India, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States. May apply online Kenya Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (eTA) 3 months Multiple-Entry Visa may be granted to persons who entered South Korea 4 or more times within the last 2 years, or 10 or more visits in total (one of those 10 visits should be within the last 2 years). May apply online 60 days e-Visa holders must arrive via Manas International Airport or Osh Airport or through land crossings with China (at Irkeshtam and Torugart), Kazakhstan (at Ak-jol, Ak-Tilek, Chaldybar, Chon-Kapka), Tajikistan (at Bor-Dobo, Kulundu, Kyzyl-Bel) and Uzbekistan (at Dostuk). In addition to a visa, an approval should be obtained from the Immigration department of the General Directorate of General Security (La Surete Generale). 90 days 90 days 90 days 30 days 30 days Available at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport. 90 days Visa is not required for Holders of a valid visa of Canada, US, UK or a Schengen State and Permanent residence of Canada, Chile, Colombia, Schengen State, Japan, UK, US Entry may be refused by immigration officials for individuals who were previously denied a US visa, even if holding a valid Mexican visa 30 days Visa is required unless holder of a valid Schengen, Australia, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, US or UK visa. Visit for up to 30 days, but not exceeding the expiry of the visa. Holders of residence permits from a Schengen member state, Australia, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, US or UK and AEPC Business Travel Card holders may visit Montenegro for up to 30 days. Holders of a visa or residence permit from European Union, United States of America, Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, Japan, Norway, New Zealand and Switzerland valid for 90 days (or 180 days for residence permits) on application, can apply for an eVisa for 30 days. Passport must also be valid for 90 days. 3 months Holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival permitting indefinite stay (pursuant to the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement), subject to meeting character requirements and obtaining an Electronic Travel Authority prior to departure. 90 daysOnline Visa eligible. 30 days 60 days 30 days 16 days 30 days 90 days 6 weeks 1 month 60 days 90 days 3 months 30 days 30 days 90 days Obtainable online Printed visa authorization must be presented at the time of travel 30 days 1 month 60 days 30 days 7 days 1 month 3 months May apply using 'Smart service'. and Crown dependencies 30 days Introduction of Electronic Visa System for Tourist and Business Travelers. 90 days Phú Quốc - visa exemption for up to 30 days. Yemen introduced an e-Visa system for visitors who meet certain eligibility requirements (group travel of 10 or more people, business trips, and transit etc.). 90 days

Dependent, disputed, or restricted territories Unrecognized or partially recognized countries

Territory Conditions of access Notes Not required if holding multiple entry C type Schengen visa Do not need a visa a holder of a valid biometric residence permit issued by one of the Schengen member states or a valid multi-entry Schengen Visa, a holder of a valid Laissez-Passer issued by United Nations Organizations, NATO, OSCE, Council of Europe or European Union a holder of a valid travel documents issued by EU Member and Schengen States, United States of America, Canada, Australia and Japan based on the 1951 Convention on Refugee Status or the 1954 Convention on the Status of Stateless Persons, as well as holders of valid travel documents for foreigners (maximum 15-day stay) Arrival by sea to the Gaza Strip not allowed. Undefined visa regime in the Western Sahara controlled territory. 30 days for 30 US dollars, payable on arrival. Multiple entry visa to Russia and three-day prior notification are required to enter South Ossetia.О визах Министерство иностранных дел Registration required after 24h.Rules and recommendations | Transnistria tour

Dependent and autonomous territories

Territory Conditions of access Notes China 90 days Denmark France French West Indies Includes overseas departments of Guadeloupe and Martinique and overseas collectivities of Saint Barthélemy and Saint Martin. Netherlands Caribbean Netherlands Includes Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba. New Zealand 31 days 30 days United Kingdom Protocols No. 3 and 10 to the Treaty of Accession 2003 , European Commission, 16 April 2003. Holders of a valid visa issued by the United Kingdom do not require a visa. Special permit required.British Indian Ocean Territory travel advice - GOV.UK 14 days visa free and landing fee US$35 or tax of US$5 if not going ashore. 3 months within any year period Permission to land required for 15/30 pounds sterling (yacht/ship passenger) for Tristan da Cunha Island or 20 pounds sterling for Gough Island, Inaccessible Island or Nightingale Islands.Tristan da Cunha Information for Visitors Pre-arrival permit from the Commissioner required (72 hours/1 month for 110/160 pounds sterling).South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands (British Overseas Territory) travel advice - GOV.UK Holders of a valid visa issued by Canada, United Kingdom or the USA do not required a visa for a maximum stay of 90 days. United States Antarctica and adjacent islands colspan="3"

Non-visa restrictions

See also

Visa policy of Zimbabwe List of diplomatic missions in Zimbabwe

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