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Vietnam to Zambia visa requirements

Q: What is the best visa channel for a Vietnamese tourist?

The Zambia eVisa, applied for online through the Department of Immigration e-Services portal before departure, is the recommended route.

Q: How long can I stay in Zambia?

Ordinary visitors and tourists are entitled to up to 90 days within any 12-month period; free extensions are possible at immigration offices.

Q: How much does the visa cost?

A single-entry tourist visa is USD 25, double entry USD 40, and multiple entry USD 75 (multiple available online only).

Q: What are the passport requirements?

Your passport must have at least six months' validity from the date of entry and at least three full blank pages.

Q: Should I rely on visa on arrival instead?

No. Zambia's official site places Vietnam in the prior-to-travel category, so secure an eVisa before you fly rather than relying on arrival issuance.

Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Zambia and should apply online for a Zambia eVisa (tourist) before travel. Vietnam appears on Zambia's official "Nationals Requiring Visa Prior to Travel" list (item 50), so a Vietnamese ordinary passport holder cannot enter Zambia visa-free. The recommended channel is the Zambia eVisa, applied for online through the Department of Immigration e-Services portal before departure. A single-entry tourist visa costs USD 25 (double entry USD 40, multiple entry USD 75, the latter only available online). The visa is valid for entry within 90 days, and all ordinary visitors and tourists are entitled to a stay of up to 90 days within any 12-month period. Passports must have at least six months' validity from the date of entry and at least three full blank pages. Standard online processing is about 3 business days. Although Zambia offers visa-on-arrival at major ports for certain nationalities, the official immigration site places Vietnam in the "prior to travel" category, so travelers should secure an eVisa in advance rather than rely on arrival issuance. Zambia is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen and ETIAS rules do not apply.

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

eVisa (Tourist)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any 12-month period

per entry

Entries

Single (default); double or multiple available

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 25 single entry (USD 40 double, USD 75 multiple)

consular fee only

Processing time

About 3 business days (standard)

standard track

Validity

Enter within 90 days of issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport eligibility

Ensure your Vietnamese ordinary passport has at least six months' validity from your date of entry into Zambia and at least three full blank pages.

· 6 months validity· 3 blank pages

/02

Create an account on the e-Services portal

Register a user account at the Zambia Department of Immigration e-Services portal and confirm your email address to begin the application.

· eservices.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm

/03

Complete the online visa form

Fill in Form 16 with accurate personal, passport and travel details, and select the tourist visa with the entry type you need (single, double or multiple).

· Form 16· Tourist category

/04

Upload supporting documents

Upload a passport bio-data scan, a recent passport-size photo on a white background, your return/onward ticket and proof of accommodation in accepted formats (JPEG/PNG/TIFF).

· Photo· Ticket· Accommodation

/05

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the applicable fee by credit or debit card through the portal and keep the payment confirmation.

· Card payment· USD

/06

Receive and print the eVisa

Wait for approval (about 3 business days), then download and print the eVisa approval letter to present on arrival at the port of entry.

· Print approval· Carry on arrival

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Vietnam -> Zambia · eVisa (Tourist)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredVietnamese ordinary passport valid 6+ months from entry

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least 3 full blank passport pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted online Form 16 application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredRecent passport-size photo, white background

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredReturn or onward travel ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredCredit or debit card for online payment

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedPrinted copy of approved eVisa letter

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedYellow fever certificate if arriving from a risk country

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesZambia Department of Immigration - Nationals Requiring Visa Prior to Travel Zambia Department of Immigration - For Visitors Zambia Department of Immigration e-Services Portal

Application link included: Zambia Department of Immigration - Nationals Requiring Visa Prior to Travel

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Single-entry tourist eVisaUSD 25One entry within the 90-day validity

Double-entry visaUSD 40Two entries within validity period

Multiple-entry visaUSD 75Unlimited entries; available online only

KAZA UNIVISAUSD 50Covers Zambia and Zimbabwe, multiple entries up to 30 days

Total estimateUSD 25 — USD 75incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa processing

About 3 business days

Default online processing time after a complete application and payment.

Rush / expedited processing

1-2 business days

Faster handling offered by some channels for an additional fee.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and safari

Zambia is a major safari destination and gateway to Victoria Falls, drawing leisure visitors.

High

/02

Victoria Falls and adventure travel

Travelers visit Livingstone for the falls, rafting and bungee activities.

High

/03

Business and conferences

Short business trips and regional meetings in Lusaka and the Copperbelt.

Medium

/04

Visiting friends and relatives

Trips to see contacts in Zambia's expatriate and business community.

Low

/05

Regional multi-country tours

Combined trips with Zimbabwe and Botswana, often via the KAZA UNIVISA.

Medium

/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

Vietnam to Zambia route verified

Confirmed against the Zambia Department of Immigration that Vietnam is on the visa-prior-to-travel list; eVisa is the recommended channel with single-entry fee USD 25 and up to 90 days stay.

/09 — The questions