Do Australia passport holders need a visa to visit ZW?
Australian passport holders need a visa for Zimbabwe but can get one on arrival. Australia is a Category B nationality, so you can obtain a tourist visa at any Zimbabwean port of entry (airport or land border). A single-entry visa costs USD 30 cash and allows a stay of up to 30 days. You may instead apply online in advance via the official eVisa portal if you prefer to skip the border queue. Australia is classified by the Zimbabwe Department of Immigration as a Category B country, which means Australian citizens do not qualify for visa-free entry but are eligible for a visa on arrival at all official ports of entry. The same visa can optionally be applied for in advance through the official eVisa portal (evisa.gov.zw). For tourism, the relevant product is the holiday/tourist visa: single entry USD 30, double entry USD 45, or multiple entry USD 55, all payable in US dollar cash at the border. A single-entry visa grants an initial stay of up to 30 days, extendable in 30-day increments up to a maximum of 90 days, applied for at a Zimbabwe immigration office. Travellers should carry a passport valid at least 6 months with two blank pages, proof of onward travel, accommodation details, and sufficient funds. Visitors combining Zimbabwe with Zambia (e.g. Victoria Falls from both sides) often prefer the KAZA UniVisa (USD 50), which covers both countries plus same-day trips to Botswana for up to 30 days. Because visa on arrival is universally available to Australians at Zimbabwean entry points, the simplest channel is to pay on arrival; the eVisa is a convenience option for those who want certainty before flying.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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