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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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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa on arrival (tourist) - Category B; eVisa optional
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry, extendable to a maximum of 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single, double, or multiple entry options
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 30 single / USD 45 double / USD 55 multiple (cash, USD)
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued immediately at the border; eVisa 3-7 working days
standard track
Validity
Visa must be used within the validity stamped; tourist stay up to 30 days extendable to 90
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your category and choose your channel
Australia is a Category B nationality, so you can either get a visa on arrival at the port of entry or apply online beforehand via the official eVisa portal. For a single short trip, visa on arrival is the simplest option.
· Category B· VoA or eVisa
/02
Check passport and document readiness
Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond travel with at least two blank pages. Prepare proof of onward/return travel, accommodation booking, and evidence of sufficient funds.
· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages
/03
Bring US dollar cash for the fee
Visa-on-arrival fees must be paid in USD cash. Carry clean, undamaged notes printed after 2006; single entry is USD 30, double USD 45, multiple USD 55.
· USD cash only· Post-2006 notes
/04
(Optional) Apply for the eVisa in advance
If you prefer to skip the border queue, apply at evisa.gov.zw, upload your passport bio page and photo, pay online, and wait 3-7 working days for approval before travel.
· evisa.gov.zw· 3-7 working days
/05
Complete the visa formalities at arrival
At the airport or land border, present your passport and documents, pay the fee (or show your eVisa approval), and receive the visa stamp permitting a stay of up to 30 days.
· Up to 30 days· Stamp on arrival
/06
Extend in-country if needed
To stay longer than 30 days, visit a Zimbabwe Department of Immigration office before your permit expires to apply for an extension, up to a 90-day total.
· Extend to 90 days· Immigration office
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Passport valid at least 6 months beyond date of travel
required
At least two blank passport pages
required
USD cash for the visa fee (clean post-2006 notes)
required
Proof of return or onward travel
required
Confirmed accommodation details
required
Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Passport-style photo (for eVisa application)
recommended
eVisa approval printout if applied online
recommended
Yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from an endemic country
conditional
Consider KAZA UniVisa if also visiting Zambia
optional
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Single-entry tourist visaUSD 30Most common for a one-off short visit; pay on arrival in cash or via eVisa
Double-entry tourist visaUSD 45Useful if briefly leaving and re-entering (e.g. day trip to a neighbour)
Multiple-entry visaUSD 55For travellers crossing in and out repeatedly
KAZA UniVisaUSD 50Covers Zimbabwe and Zambia plus day trips to Botswana, valid up to 30 days; great for Victoria Falls trips
Total estimateUSD 30USD 55incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa (apply online in advance)
3-7 working days
Apply at the official portal evisa.gov.zw, pay online, and travel with the approval. Removes uncertainty and border queues.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Need proof of onward travel
Border officers may ask for a return or onward ticket to confirm you intend to leave within the permitted stay.
Medium
/02
USD cash not available or notes rejected
Visa-on-arrival fees must be paid in US dollars; worn, damaged, or pre-2006 notes are frequently refused at the border.
Medium
/03
Passport validity under 6 months
Entry can be refused if the passport does not have at least 6 months validity or two blank pages.
Low
/04
Insufficient funds or no accommodation proof
Travellers unable to show they can support their stay may face questions or refusal.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Australia to Zimbabwe route verified
Confirmed Australia is a Category B nationality eligible for visa on arrival (and optional eVisa) per the Zimbabwe Department of Immigration. Verified single/double/multiple entry fees of USD 30/45/55, 30-day stay extendable to 90 days, and Smartraveller guidance.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Australians need a visa to enter Zimbabwe?
Yes. Australia is a Category B country, so a visa is required, but it can be obtained on arrival at any port of entry or applied for online via the official eVisa portal beforehand.
How much does the visa cost?+
How long can I stay?+
Should I get the eVisa or just pay on arrival?+
What is the KAZA UniVisa and should I use it?+
What documents do I need at the border?+
/11 — Passport tools

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